Finance - Financial Accountant

 

This position is responsible for ensuring accuracy of general ledger data and supports financial decision-making information by collecting, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data.

 

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

 

 

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and budget performance

• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e. GAAP, FASB), rules, regulations, and systems of internal control

• Provide accurate, timely, and relevant recording, reporting, and analysis of financial information

• Identify areas for improvement and implement improvements to processes

• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documentation

• Reconciles financial accounts by collecting and analyzing account information

• Responsible for monthly projection of certain income statement accounts on a weekly basis

• Assist with and act as the primary point-of-contact for auditor requests

• Perform accounts receivable function as needed

• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate controls and policies

• Other general accounting support duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/business preferred or equivalent

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience of accounting / finance experience

 

 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job. 

• Teamwork-focused/collaborative work style

• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and have the flexibility to adapt to changing processes and timelines

• Professional demeanor

• Positive attitude about change

• High level of attention to detail and general sense of urgency

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with cross functional teams

• Strong grasp of US GAAP

• Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook and Excel

 

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typically works in a general office environment.  Overtime hours as needed

 

• Must be able to work in Fishers, IN office on a hybrid schedule.

 

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to sit up to 90% of the time.

• Able to stand and/or walk over 10% of the time

 

 

Travels less than 5% of the time, including overnight.