Senior Accountant en Sadoff Iron & Metal

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accountant manages financial resources by identifying, measuring, analyzing, and interpreting information utilized by management. This position maintains accurate financial records, ensures compliance with accounting principles, and performs various accounting tasks. The Accountant also prepares financial reports, assists in budgeting and forecasting activities, and contributes to effective financial planning and control.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in training personnel as needed or as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

1. Financial Reporting: Preparing and presenting accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and any other financial reporting documents as requested.
2. Costing, Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting in the analysis of product costs and the creation of budgets and financial forecasts to help the company price, plan and allocate resources effectively.
3. Financial Analysis: Conducting various financial analyses to evaluate the company’s financials health and performance and support business decisions, such as cost-benefit analysis, trend analysis, and profitability assessment.
4. Cash Management: Monitoring and managing cash position to ensure the company has adequate funds to meet its daily financial obligations.
5. Software and Systems: Utilizing ERP and accounting software and other tools to efficiently perform tasks and maintain organized financial records.  This includes being a subject matter expert on applicable subsystems and business process to support other departments
6. Collaboration: Working closely with other departments, such as operations, purchasing, logistics and human resources, to provide financial information and support decision-making.
7. Audit Support: Assisting auditors during financial and banking audits to provide necessary documentation and explanation of business activities

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving discrepancies or financial issues promptly to maintain accurate financial records.
2. Continuous Improvement: Proactively seeking ways to improve personal skill sets along with and identifying and supporting improved business processes.
3. Backup Support: Provide backup support to other team members or departments when needed. This may involve assisting with tasks or responsibilities during peak periods, employee absences, or as directed by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES 

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent Organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at time, stressful environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to operate general office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, scanners, and copier.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
• Ability to solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to learn quickly and to creatively solve new problems.
• Ability to compile information and make decisions.
• Basic mathematical skills, as needed to make change and give refunds.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Three to five years of related experience.
  • Preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field
  • Required
• Professional designations in Certified Public Accountant
  • Preferred
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time.
• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.