Accountant

at  Robert Half

We are in search of an Accountant to become a part of our client’s team situated in Collierville, Tennessee. In the role of the Accountant, you will be imperative in preserving the consistency of our general ledger, creating financial reports, and assuring compliance with GAAP. This role calls for outstanding analytical abilities, excellent attention to detail, and the capacity to work both individually and collaboratively.

• Ascertain the precision and consistency of the general ledger by generating necessary journal entries
• Evaluate balance sheet and P& L accounts, contrasting actuals with past trends, budgets, and/or forecasts
• Inspect system integration batches for precision before they are posted to the general ledger system
• Generate account reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts
• Produce, assess, and scrutinize financial statements for accuracy, thoroughness, and reasonability
• Reconcile intracompany transactions and account balances
• Oversee the physical inventory and/or cycle count procedures to ensure the general ledger accurately represents the valuation of physical inventory
• Support in the creation of budgets and forecasts, as necessary
• Provide the necessary backing and appropriate documentation for annual year-end audits and mid-year reviews
• Implement accounting software tools such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Oracle to accomplish daily duties
• Utilize excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to acknowledge past trends and carry out variance analysis
• Preserve confidentiality of financial information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting role
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Experience with Bank Reconciliations and General Ledger maintenance
• Ability to prepare Journal Entries and assist with Month End Close procedures
• Familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Commitment to continuous detail oriented development in the field of accounting
• Understanding of applicable local and national accounting and financial regulations.
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