For the given job description <<Backed by a leading growth equity firm, an LA based CPGFood & Bev company is looking for a strong accounting professional who is motivated to join a dynamic, high-growth company. You will be a key contributor to a small Finance & Accounting team and will report directly to the Controller. As they continue to grow, there will be opportunities for learning and exposure to various key accounting areas.
Responsibilities: Assist with annual audit and SOX compliance activities Collaborate with Finance Team on month close AP Assist with AR Prepare weekly bank reconciliation Inventory accounting activities Reconcile intercompany balances and review transactions Prepare Unrealized and Realized FX gain and loss analysis Create journal entries for month-end close and year-end close Prepare consolidated financial statements Prepare Monthly Flux Analysis Review, investigate, and correct errors in financial entries, documents, and reports Balance Sheet Reconciliations Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
Requirements: Bachelors degree in accounting 5 years of accounting experience (CPG industry with inventory preferred) OR 2+ years of audit experience (with inventory) Experience in creating policies and procedures is a plus Experience in a high growth and fast-paced environment Intermediate to advanced Excel
Compensation: Base + bonus + equity 95% of the employee health care cost 401k Dog friendly office

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every submission.>> the resume: <<SummaryCapable fund Accountant successful at managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines under pressure. Extensive knowledge of accounting software and processes.  Ability to work well with others in a difficult and constantly changing landscape.  A true team player.
HighlightsAnalytical reasoningAccount reconciliation expertAdobe software proficiencyComplex problem solvingFlexible team playerExtensive Knowledge of IAX funds accounting programEffective time managementStrong organizational skillsGeneral ledger accountingExpert in customer relationsSuperior research skillsAdvanced computer proficiency (PC and Mac)
ExperienceSenior Accountant,03/2010-01/2013Aegion Corp–Columbus,OH,Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts while under tight deadlines.  Collaborated extensively with auditors during quarterly as well as year-end audit processes.Was in charge of doing some of the most complex funds not only within my group but across the company as a whole.  Completed month-end deadlines and various other recs as needed from time to time from various auditors.  Was one of the very few Accountants chosen because of my vast knowledge within multiple fund groups to take on some of the newest funds some of which have never been seen before withing Fund Accounting.  On numerous occasions showed the ability to learn on the fly as company training was not available for some of these unique and complex instruments.Accountant II, Mid Level,02/2008-06/2011PNC–City,STATE,Worked closely with Supervisors to accomplish daily deadlines as well as monthly deadlines for various mid/level accounting work.  Was responsible for a very demanding workload that was handled with respect, professionalism and timeliness.  Helped to assist in the training of new hires as we experienced tremendous turnover during this period of time.   Began to take on a variety of challenges such as handling of options, bonds and foreign currency.Investment Accounting I,11/2006-03/2008PFPC–City,STATE,Hired December 2nd 2006 during the most difficult and complex time as the Gabelli group was approaching year-end for nearly all of the funds.  Hit the ground running despite the fact had never worked in the accounting sector prior to accepting the position.  Was quickly given some of the more challenging funds as I familiarized myself with the accounting principles.  Was one of the very first accountants to begin to work with multiple groups making the company more efficient.  A key player at a valuable time.
EducationBBA:Business Administration,Expected in2006-Campbell University-Bouis Creek,NCGPA:Status->>. The result is, 

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