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Job Title:

Senior Accountant Division:

Management Department:

Management Reports To:

President FLSA Status:

Exempt Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the financial management of all aspects of the business' accounting department. Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Accounts Payable:

Works with management to ensure that all invoices are submitted, reviewed and posted to the General Ledger in a timely manner, along with all credit card and/or petty cash transactions.

Revenue:

Ensures that all revenue is posted to the General Ledger in a timely manner and that all daily settlements are reconciled accordingly.

Month-End Close:

Responsible for conducting a timely month-end close, including reconciling the Balance Sheet, along with all Bank Accounts and Credit Card Accounts on a monthly basis.

Payroll & Benefits:

Processes bi-weekly payroll. Reviews and audits all employee benefits and works with Human Resources to ensure accurate employee withholdings and deductions and utilization of paid time off and/or leaves of absence.

Reporting & Filing:

Responsible for filing monthly sales & use tax, annual 1099s, Property Tax Filings, Annual Corporate Reports, and overseeing any internal or external audits. Responsible for building and/or generating internal reports for ownership and management and assisting with annual budget development.

Expansion, Integration & Controls:

Responsible for developing and implementing SOPs and financial controls designed to streamline daily operations and ensure financial integrity and responsibility. Tasked with exploring integration opportunities between point-of-sales and ERP to streamline communications and daily operations. Assist the President in expanding sales and growth opportunities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises two employees (non-supervisory). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and have experience in a variety of Enterprise Resource Planning Software (ERP) such as

NetSuite, Sage, or SAP Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.

A. / B. S.

) from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

• Time Management
• Oral & Written Communication
• Professionalism

Critical Thinking Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a retirement savings plan with employer contributions; paid time off; paid sick leave; life and disability insurance; employee discounts; and other benefits, subject to eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person