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Alabama Farmers Cooperative

Accountant

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What they do

An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

$73,951 / year median in Alabama

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Summary/Objective:
To ensure that accurate financials are produced for Cooperative stores and accurate accounting files are maintained to support them.
Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Customer Service Oriented
  • Serve cooperative stores, assist store managers, and bookkeepers to resolve accounting issues Maintain at least 6 store General Ledgers
  • Record daily, monthly, & annual entries as needed Cash Management
  • Post daily deposits/withdrawals, invest excess cash or fund accounts as needed, reconcile monthly bank statements & document file Payroll
  • Fund & post entries, reconcile at month-end Accounts Payable
  • Invoice entry, maintain records Fixed Assets
  • Post monthly depreciation, including additions/deletions, reconcile & file backup Purchase Order Variance/Accrual
  • Reconcile Review expenses & post monthly accruals Sales Taxes
  • Print reports, reconcile, e-file monthly Financials
  • Produce & print monthly financials for each store Annual 1099 Filings
  • Enter, reconcile, & submit to the IRS Assist other CAS staff as needed Other duties as assigned Prompt and regular attendance is essential Some overtime may be required
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
  • Accounting Computer-literate Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
    Computer keyboard and 10-key calculator skills Microsoft Office Suite; Emphasis on Excel, Word & Outlook, electronic filing Organizational skills Prioritization skills
  • Ability to switch between tasks Analytical skills Reconciliation skills Communication skills Willingness to learn & work as part of a team Meet deadlines
Accuracy Work Environment:
The job is performed indoors in a cubicle office setting. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor.
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. Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods and the use of hands to finger is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally may be required. While performing the duties of this job, good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines is required. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb, balance, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Travel:
Some travel may be expected.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$50,000.00
  • $60,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Office Experience:
Accounting:
3 years (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Decatur, AL 35601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs