Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
As a rapidly growing organization, we are looking for a senior accountant who can support the enhancement of Vitana’s financial operations. This role will report to the Corporate Controller.
RESPONSIBILITIES
General Accounting
· Proactively identifies and proposes accounting solutions for new or unusual business transactions and helps to ensure that the day-to-day accounting is consistent with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and GAAP.
· Responsible for the reconciliation of bank accounts, fixed asset accounts, intercompany accounts, general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers as appropriate.
· Prepare monthly journal entries to include revenue recognition, payroll, accruals and others as needed
· Maintain fixed asset schedules to ensure proper classification of assets and calculation of depreciation
· Work alongside external accountant to ensure the timely completion of the month-end close process
· Reviews source documents as required making proper accounting determination
· Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed
Audit & Tax Liaison
· Coordinate data flow with external accounting firms for audit & corporate tax engagements
· Responds to questions from our auditors during their routine review and audit of financials while maintaining auditable records and schedules
Systems Enhancement
· Actively support transition of ERP and AP solution away from external accounting firm and onto Vitana-held license
Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
· 2+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a mix of public and private sector setting
· Knowledge and comfort with financial reporting and US GAAP
· Prior experience in working with, or at audit or accounting firms
· Analytical and attention to detail
· Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel
· Experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite or QuickBooks is a plus, but not required
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
· Bachelor’s degree in business (accounting or finance)
· CPA designation (or in progress)