April 19, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Senior Accountant

Organization:
BECKWITH ELECTRIC COMPANY
Region:
United States, Florida, Largo
End of contest:
March 5, 2017
  This job posting has expired
Type:
Full time
Category:
Accounting
Description

Analyzes a variety of accounting data including financial statements, journal entries, tax returns, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Generates and reviews financial and management reports explaining major variances from budget.
  • Prepares balance sheet analysis, reviewing each asset and liability account for accuracy.
  • Prepares journal entries for month-end.
  • Prepares bank reconciliation for operating account.
  • Prepares all year-end reports required by auditors and tax accountants accurately and timely.
  • Maintains a written manual of procedures for area of responsibility.
  • Keeps all proprietary information confidential.
  • Prepares and reviews 401(k) ADP testing.
  • Prepares sales tax returns.
  • Reconciles health and dental insurance premium invoices.
  • Assists with administration of Section 125 benefit plan.
  • Act as back-up for forecast/budget model.
  • Performs annual audits of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
  • Special projects as required.
Requirements
  • BS/BA degree in accounting
  • Minimum of 5 years' accounting experience in a computerized environment.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Knowledge of advanced accounting and finance including application of generally accepted accounting principles. CMA preferred.
  • Knowledge of payroll taxes and related laws.
  • Familiar with 401(k) and other benefits paid or processed through payroll.
  • Knowledge of Internal Revenue Service rules on accounting for fixed assets, cost basis, disposed rules, recognition of gain or loss, etc.
  • Knowledge of integrated computer system.
  • Ability to schedule and prioritize work and multiple tasks.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Ability to read and write English, interpret documents such as Federal Income Tax Regulations, notices issued by the Internal Revenue Service, state sales tax and unemployment tax rules, Financial Accounting Standards as well as auditors interpretations thereof. Ability to write clear procedures for accounting and payroll areas. Ability to create/write own correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with technical support reps concerning the fixed asset program, and with auditors concerning payroll and accounting regulations. Able to interface effectively with other departments.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

  • Facility with numbers and computerized mathematical models and systems and computerize general accounting systems.

REASONING SKILLS

  • Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles to situations arising at Beckwith. Ability to interpret complex tax laws to apply to Beckwith. Problem solving ability.

TECHNICAL AND OFFICE SKILLS

  • Experienced with all Microsoft Office products including advanced spreadsheet application. Key by touch and data entry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Contact

BECKWITH ELECTRIC COMPANY

6190 118th Ave North

Largo

Florida United States

www.beckwithelectric.com


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