Job description:
accountant ii at folk williams financial management, finances are the fuel that keeps our company moving. we are passionate about people who bring enthusiasm, integrity, positivity and drive to our team. were looking for a qualified accountant ii to keep numbers and budgets on track with unwavering accuracy while maintaining our quest values through quality, understanding, education, strategy, and trust. the most successful people will have a natural passion for accounting and a strong knowledge of the intricacies of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial transactions within an organization. they will play an enormously important supportive role, keeping the financial outlook bright with precision and proactive measures. responsibilities day-to-day responsibilitiesmanage multiple client accounts and relationships with key business partnersfollow documented policies and procedurestrack expenses, budgets, taxes, cash flows, invoices, receipts and other financial dealings of a companymaintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, assets, customers, and vendorsmonitor accounts payables and receivablesensure the financial transactions in assigned general ledger accounts are recorded in the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (gaap)perform mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel financial reportingsupport timely weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts assist in providing schedules and commentary with respect to operating maintenance accounts results and variances, and with the production of working capital and cash-flow reportsprepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends review, document, and resolve variances in monthly preliminary financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows) prior to distributionrun reports on an ad-hoc and a recurring basis with the ability to analyze the results and discuss with managementwrite report commentary and financial statement notesdevelop and present financial reports, data, and key findings that illustrates the financial story a team-playerexemplify professionalism in all aspects of the role, including team and client interactionsuphold quest values: quality, understanding, education, strategy, and trustprovide exceptional communication and customer service keep all lines of communication open, responding swiftly to requestsadapt quickly to change and collaborate with team memberssupport client onboarding processes for client engagementscreate and maintain key process flows related to the positionassist with writing and updating departmental policies and proceduresidentify ways to enhance processing efficiency and communicate suggestions for improvement to managementparticipate in recurring team and one-on-one check-in meetingscommunicate with your manager regarding your established schedule and any potential capacity issuesembrace coaching and feedback provided by your manager and implement changes, as needed, to help meet individual, team and client goalslead and manage special projects as assigned qualificationsbachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business management or related field4+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or financial analysisknowledge of gaap (generally accepted accounting principles in the u.s.)technologically savvy knowledge worker who seeks out technology solutions to business challengesproficient in microsoft office suite (excel, access, outlook, word, powerpoint) and quickbooks highly detail oriented and possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skillssuperior analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills able to create financial presentations and clearly articulate, present, and illustrate the resultscomfortable and adept at preparing and presenting ideas and concepts to groups of people in both formal or informal settingsmust have a strong command of business english and offer a warm but business-like presence through the spoken word. fluent interaction with all levels of management and clientscapable of preparing standard correspondence using correct grammar, spelling and syntax, while providing accurate informationa strong ability to read and assimilate correspondence, policies, practices, and procedures from team members and clients a desire to grow through continued training must reside in atlanta, ga preferred qualificationsactive pursuit of certified public accountant (cpa) licensequickbooks certifiedfinancial reporting software (syft analytics, macabacus)experience in audit accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, andor production accounting a plus benefits401(k) 401(k) matchinghealth insurancepaid time offworklife balance full-time in-personhybrid must reside in atlanta, ga

Resume:
<<summaryhighly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated professional with a proven track record of success in various roles, including accounts payable, tax preparer assistant, and business ownership. i possess strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and expertise in managing payable processes efficiently. additionally, i have a deep knowledge of tax laws, excellent organizational skills, and an unwavering attention to detail to ensure compliance with tax regulations. furthermore, i possess exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking abilities, and a demonstrated history of driving organizational success. as an entrepreneurial business owner, i have a wealth of experience in business management, strategic planning, and operational excellence, enabling me to effectively drive growth and success for new ventures. skills proven track record of successfully starting, managing, and growing businesses across various industries.strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.ability to adapt to changing environments and manage multiple priorities effectively.detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy to minimize errors and ensure compliance with tax laws.proficient in different tax preparation software.communication and interpersonal skills.problem-solving.project management.organizational skills.analytical thinking. experience accountant, 10/2019-currentbrunel– ,reviewing financial statements and records to identify potential deductions and credits for clients.prepared and filed tax forms, including 1040, schedule a, and schedule c, using tax preparation software.managed and organized client files, ensuring confidentiality and easy retrieval of information.assisted in providing tax planning and advice to clients regarding their financial situations and potential tax liabilities.prepared and filed tax returns electronically, adhering to filing deadlines and requirements.analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.examined financial statements and income statements to review company's financial performance.tracked employee payroll processes to verify timely reporting and avoid late fees.analyzed revenue and expenditure trends and recommended appropriate budget levels to business operations leaders.tax preparer assistant, 01/2022- 05/2022h&r block, inc.– ,assisted in preparing and reviewing individual tax returns, including gathering client information, calculating deductions, and completing necessary forms.conducted tax research to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.probed tax situations from different angles to apply maximum tax benefits or resolve tax debts.advised clients to comply with irs regulations and meet state and federal tax obligations.supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate individual returns.analyzed information and assessed liabilities and deductions according to relevant tax code.informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.implemented tax reduction strategies to analyze and minimize tax liabilities.interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.call center supervisor, 02/2017- 12/2021greatcall– ,led a team of 10 contractor employees, overseeing day-to-day operations and driving strategic initiatives.established and monitored key performance indicators (kpis) to track progress and drive continuous improvement.built strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring optimal pricing and service levels.recognized and rewarded team members for their achievements, fostering a positive work environment.conducted regular team meetings to communicate goals, provide updates, and encourage collaboration.implemented process improvements that resulted in a 20% reduction in errors and improved customer satisfaction.trained and supervised new employees to promote overall team productivity and consistent service.coached team members on metrics and consumer experience behavior identification to improve satisfaction ratings.handled escalated customer service concerns to preserve customer satisfaction and maintain long-term business relationships.answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.met or exceeded call speed, accuracy and volume benchmarks on consistent basis. education and trainingassociate of arts:accounting,expected in 05/2023-tallahassee community college- ,gpa:status-member of leadership and success, 20223.5 gpaaccounting specialist certificate:,expected in 09/2011-erwin technical college-tampa,flgpa:status-high school diploma:,expected in 05/2009-middleton high school- ,gpa:status-.