General Purpose

General accounting including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account and bank reconciliations. Complete monthly closings and account analysis.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries

• General ledger operations

• Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements

• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts

• Draw up monthly financial reports

• Prepare analysis of accounts as requested

• Complete year-end closings

• Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable

• Prepare tax computations and returns

• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts

• Assist with payroll administration

• Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences

• Account/bank reconciliations

• Review and process expense reports

• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process

• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, finance principles and financial reporting

• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws regarding finances and taxation

• Technical accounting skills

• Previous experience of general accounting

• Proficiency in relevant accounting software

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Planning and organizing 

• Communication skills

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

• Initiative

• Team work

• Confidentiality