- Location
- Norcross, GA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
ACM Chemistries is seeking a Staff Accountant II to join our Finance & Accounting team. This position plays an important role in supporting ACM's day-to-day accounting operations and maintaining accurate and timely financial records.
The Staff Accountant II is responsible for general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable support, month end and year end close activities, financial reporting, and accounting analysis. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager and other departments to research transactions, resolve discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and support the financial reporting process.
The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, analytical, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities. The Staff Accountant II should be able to work independently while knowing when to ask questions or escalate an issue for additional review.
General Accounting and General Ledger
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Reconciliations and Financial Close
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Compliance and Audit Support
Systems and Process Improvement
Team Support
Required Qualifications
The Staff Accountant II is responsible for general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable support, month end and year end close activities, financial reporting, and accounting analysis. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager and other departments to research transactions, resolve discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and support the financial reporting process.
The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, analytical, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities. The Staff Accountant II should be able to work independently while knowing when to ask questions or escalate an issue for additional review.
General Accounting and General Ledger
- Maintain accurate financial records and accounting transactions in accordance with company policies and GAAP
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation
- Maintain and reconcile assigned general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts
- Review account balances for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification
- Research and resolving discrepancies, unusual account activity, and reconciling items
- Maintain accurate supporting schedules and accounting documentation
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
- Review invoices, payments, credits, and other transactions for accuracy and appropriate account coding
- Reconcile customer accounts and research outstanding balances
- Assist with collections and the resolution of account discrepancies
- Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger
Reconciliations and Financial Close
- Complete monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support month end, quarter end, and year end close activities
- Prepare accruals, adjusting entries, and other close related journal entries
- Review account activity and investigate variances and discrepancies
- Ensure reconciliations and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and timely
Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Assist with the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports
- Analyze financial information and account activity to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and items requiring attention
- Support revenue and expense analysis and other financial reporting requirements
- Prepare reports, schedules, and analysis requested by the Accounting Manager and leadership
Compliance and Audit Support
- Apply GAAP principles and ACM accounting policies to assigned responsibilities
- Assist with internal and external audit requests by providing accurate documentation and supporting information
- Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation
- Support accounting controls and identify opportunities to improve processes and accuracy
Systems and Process Improvement
- Use accounting software and Microsoft Excel to maintain records, analyze financial information, and prepare reports
- Develop and maintain spreadsheets, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Learn and effectively use ACM's accounting and business systems
- Assist with improving accounting processes, procedures, and reporting
- Maintain working knowledge of applicable accounting practices and GAAP requirements
Team Support
- Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed
- Participate in accounting projects and process improvement initiatives
- Work collaboratively with Finance & Accounting and other ACM departments to resolve questions and support accurate financial information
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2+ years of related accounting experience
- Non-vaper/smoker
Skills
ExcelGAAPAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableCompliance
