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Job Description for Accounting Manager/Bookkeeper
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The position is accountable for the accounting, administrative operations for an industrial supply company, to include the production of monthly financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting, and the day to day direction of a small clerical staff (1-3) to aide in your duties.
Management
1. Maintain a documented system of accounting, and administrative policies and procedures.
2. Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including recruiting, selecting, training, coaching, appraising and disciplining employees.
Transactions
1. Ensure that accounts payable are paid in a timely manner and that all reasonable discounts are taken.
2. Ensure that accounts receivable are billed and collected promptly and accurately.
3. Smile!
4. Ensure that periodic bank reconciliations are completed.
5. Maintain the chart of accounts and an orderly accounting filing system.
6. Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.
Reporting
1. Issue timely and complete financial statements and annual reports.
2. Prepare all information needed for timely preparation of corporate tax returns.
3. Assist in the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
4. Provide management cost reports and financial analyses as needed.
Compliance
1. Coordinate and prepare information to external auditors for annual or special audits.
2. Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings, including monthly, quarterly and occasional sales tax filings and payments.
Additional Accountabilities
1. Perform other duties as required.
2. No over night travel required.
Desired Qualifications: The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience and 5+ years of progressively responsible experience. Proficiency in financial software, including Microsoft Great Plains Accounting, Access, Excel and Word.
Working Conditions: Primarily in an office environment. Travel as needed to company locations, no more than 750 miles a year. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.
This is a managerial role, the accounting department answers to you.
