Associate Accountant/Accountant

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SUMMARY This role   is responsible for   the   accurate ,   timely , and professional reconciliation of assigned vendor accounts to resolve open invoices. The successful candidate will   identify   the root cause of issues and collaborate with stakeholders to   resolve . The successful candidate will also support General Ledger account reconciliations, including the GRIR account, and the resolution of open items. Additionally, this role   participates   in special projects as   deemed   necessary by   department   management team.   This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency, and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Collects, compiles, analyzes, and verifies financial and other data to ensure the integrity of accounting records.   Investigates   and resolves discrepancies.    Assists   with   analysis and schedules in support of financial statements.    Creates and records journal entries and other transactions,   maintains   general ledger, and reconciles accounts.    Identifies   efficiencies and recommends ways to improve processes and standards.    Ensures the integrity of financial transactions with both internal and external stakeholders.    Support accounting processes by addressing and   assisting   with fulfilling business requirements.    Support and follow standard business processes within   specific   accounting function.    Supports and fulfills internal and external audit requests.   Ensures proper execution of controls and performance, documentation, and retention   in accordance with   accounting policy.    Displays ability to   utilize   systems/tools, which may include, but not limited to, Excel, SAP, Right Angle, BW, Quorum, etc.    May document, update, and   maintain   internal procedures or work on   simple   special projects.    May   assist   in preparation of analysis and schedules in support of financial statements and related disclosures.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting , Finance or related field   required .    Zero (0) to one (1) year of Accounting/Finance experience .

Accountability   -   Take ownership of actions and behaviors. Demonstrate care and awareness to protect employees, the environment, and assets from injury and harmful incidents. Display   appropriate emotions   and remain  levelheaded under pressure. Be open and receptive to feedback.   Adaptability   -   Maintaining   effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying   new approaches , and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Building Partnerships   -   Developing and   leveraging   relationships within and across work groups to achieve results.   Business Process Improvement   -   The process of analyzing business processes and workflows within the organization and   identifying   new approaches   to redesign business activities or   optimize   performance,   quality   and speed of processes - including   identifying   and evaluating process automation opportunities .   Communication   -   The ability to speak and write effectively,   demonstrates   fundamental command of language,  communicates well using all mediums.   Critical Thinking   -   Identifying   and understanding issues,   problems   and opportunities; using data analysis to draw  conclusions; using judgment in choosing a course of action; taking action that is consistent