Financial Accountant

2 months ago


Elmhurst, United States Stratus Services Full time

Overview:

Job Summary: This position plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of general ledger accounts, facilitating timely completion and analysis of accounting transactions as well assisting the Accounting Manager with accounting related tasks including but not limited to month & year end close activities, annual audit compliance and other accounting duties as assigned. This position will provide additional accounting ad hoc reporting as necessary, helps resolve problems by communicating with department heads, and supports the Accounting Manager in developing the accounting team.

Our Exceptional Benefits Plan includes:

  • Supportive & Friendly Culture
  • Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Wellness Screenings
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k with Employer Contribution
  • Short/Long Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Time Off program
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
  • Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program (Non-Union employees), and Various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

Summary: Stratus is one of the nations largest brand implementation companies. We are made up of 1,100+ employees nationwide who roll up their sleeves, dive into the details and bring our clients brands to life We deliver versatile solutions for some of the nations largest and most recognized brands. From signage to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

Responsibilities:
  • Handle daily customer payment applications and send out required reports
  • In charge of intercompany transactions and reconciliation
  • Assist with month end close activities POC, WIP and revenue & margin analyses
  • Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages including review of Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and high level YTM reporting.
  • Perform monthly GL account reconciliations on selected accounts
  • Monthly sales tax review and approval in AvaTax
  • Manage customers tax exempt certificates for compliance and timely renewals.
  • Help with one-off customer invoicing as needed.
  • Help fill in when someone in the team is on vacation.
  • Assist Accounting Manager and VP of Finance & Accounting with other ad hoc requests.


Qualifications:

Skills

  • English is the primary communication language. Ability to speak, read, and write in English are required.
  • Requirements include mastery over basic arithmetic concepts, basic statistics knowledge, and financial reporting typically required to complete month-end deliverables detailed margins reports showing the calculation of COGS, financials showing calculations of SGA expenses, and high-level reporting showing calculations of EBITDA.
  • Intermediate to Advanced Excel level is required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Able to meet deadlines and willing to work extra hours if needed
  • Team player
  • Sales tax reporting experience is a plus

Education, experience, certifications

  • Bachelors degree in business finance/accounting is required.
  • Prefer an energetic, out-going individual with strong interpersonal skills who can communicate clearly orally and in writing.

Physical and mental demands

  • This position is based within a general office with typical office physical demands including sitting, typing on a computer keyboard, bending to reach file cabinets, and occasional lifting packages less than 25 pounds.

Working Conditions (if applicable)

  • The primary work environment this position encounters includes the conditions found within a general office.

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