• Job Description

  Req#: 270308

  Job Details

  Job Location: MN Site - Eagan, MN

  Position Type: Full Time

  Education Level: 2 Year Degree

  Salary Range: $60000.00 - $65000.00 Salary/year

  Job Shift: Day

  Job Category: Accounting

  Description

  Position Summary

  This position will be responsible for overseeing general ledger accounting, performing month-end closing procedures, and establishing more efficient accounting procedures. A successful Staff Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles and computer skills to analyze accounts, transactions, and financial reports. The ideal candidate will also have experience collaborating with other accounting personnel and management. The Staff Accountant reports to the Group Controller.

  Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Reconcile month-end account balances including cash, accounts receivable, inventory, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, debt, and other assets & liabilities.
  • Make appropriate accounting entries and journal entries and document general ledger balances.
  • Analyze financial information and prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reports.
  • Improve design of spreadsheets to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Suggest ways to improve efficiency in accounting procedures and operations.
  • Provide supporting documentation and assistance to independent auditors.
  • Assist in providing information to outside tax accountants.
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and improve month-end close.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP.

  Qualifications

  
  

  • Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
  • Familiarity with financial accounting statements.
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems / accounting software.
  • Basic MS Excel skills
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.
  • Ability to reconcile bank statements and various general ledger accounts and to make corresponding journal entries.
  • Ability to provide appropriate documentation in support of general ledger balances.
  • Ability to provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
  • BS degree in Accounting is preferred.
  • Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) is preferred.

• About the company

  Bird & Cronin designs, manufactures and distributes orthopedic soft goods and other specialty medical and sports products. The company features numerous brands (e.g., Physician' s Choice, Sportsman' s Choice, Sprint, B-Cool...), and also specializes in...

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