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Financial 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).
$78,298 / year median in Utah
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Assists the company controller by ensuring all accounting information is kept up-to-date. Job Responsibilities Updates the accounting system through a variety of tasks including: Bank reconciliations Journal entries Balancing and analyzing general ledger accounts Calculates taxes owed as needed Performs miscellaneous accounting functions as requested by Controller Assists in year-end audit Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrates basic understanding of accounting-related software including Microsoft Dynamics & Excel. Works effectively in a high-pressure environment and is detail oriented. Displays basic knowledge of accounting. Works effectively both independently and in a team setting. Multitasks effectively and efficiently. Education and Certificates BA/BS in Accounting or related field. Previous accounting experience preferred. Physical Requirements Sedentary work, requiring lifting up to 10 lbs. Repetitive motion associated with operating a computer and other office equipment. Inside, climate-controlled working conditions.