Staff Accountant

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Purpose of Job:

Perform accounting and financial analysis across a complex operational environment.  This position requires experience, knowledge and competency in accounting principles, practices and analysis.  Provide superior quality service to our customers. 

Job Components:

• Prepare monthly account reconciliations for the following: complex cash, support of fixed assets, monthly accruals, and various other accounts. – 50% 
• Prepare, reconcile and submit into the financial system general, reclassification, and recurring journal entries. – 35% 
• Provide financial analysis in support of monthly, quarterly, and audited financials. - 5%
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules in support of audited financials. – 5% 
• Research and complete special projects. - 5%

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
• 1 to 3+ years of professional accounting experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and terminology
• Understanding of law, statistics, and general management as it relates to accounting
• Strong organizational skills, attention to details and ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently but also capable of working in a team environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, telephone, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in the utilization of MS products (Excel, Word, and Outlook);
• Experience with SAP S/4 Hana or other ERP systems is a plus.

Scope Data:

• Interfaces with other IBSA functional departments
• Work independently

Work Environment:

• Ability to sustain posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Regularly required to use hands to grasp or handle, and talk and hear
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move 15+ lbs. during archival of data annually.
• Limited or no travel
• Overtime as necessary

Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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