Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 2445 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44505 Full-time Phantom Fireworks 390 reviews Full-time Phantom Fireworks, the industry leader in the import, wholesale, and retail of consumer fireworks, is seeking an entry-level accounting professional who is detail-oriented, self-motivated and has proficient accounting skills and knowledge. Position consists but is not limited to expense recording, analysis, auditing and reporting on an accrual basis of accounting and will involve processing journal entries, month end accruals and reconciling balances. The position will play a vital role in assisting in the month-end closing process. Candidate must have excellent communication skills, an advanced working knowledge of Excel and a proven track record of multi-tasking.

Job Responsibilities and Detailed Requirements:

Assist in month-end closing function to include processing journal entries and accruals Complete Cash and Other General Ledger account reconciliations Review, report, and reconcile bank & credit card merchant statements Complete monthly corporate benefit allocations Execute monthly corporate credit card expense allocation Assisting in daily, monthly and yearly audit functions Utilize ERP system to analyze general ledger account activity Assist in various ad-hoc projects and to assist in the current demands of the organization Develop a thorough understanding of existing processes and make recommendations on improvements and assist with implementing them

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree or higher in Accounting or related field General ledger knowledge coupled with basic accounting skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot, lookup, filters and tables) Able to easily navigate a PC to include the internet and various software applications and possess computer savvy Extreme attention to detail Prioritize workload as well as use multi-tasking to accomplish goals Able to communicate clear and concise thoughts both written and orally Able to work and think independently Exercise problem-solving skills to navigate daily obstacles

Preferred:

A minimum of 1 years of accounting experience Experience with ERP and other accounting software Bank account reconciliation experience Retail accounting experience

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Youngstown, OH 44505 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Youngstown, OH 44505: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person