For the given 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>> the resume: <<SummaryExperienced Senior Accountant with over 5 years of experience providing financial and project support to my accounting department. Enterprising, cost-driven and well-organized with good project management skills. Sophisticated understanding of accounting systems and procedures. Possesses strong financial acumen, attention to detail and reporting skills while ensuring that all statutory and corporate obligations are met.
SkillsGuest servicesInventory control proceduresMerchandising expertiseLoss preventionCash register operationsProduct promotions
ExperienceSenior Accountant,06/2021toCurrentExpedia–Colorado,TX,Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenueReconcile accounts monthly to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenanceAssist with financial and tax auditsCooperated with internal and external auditorsAnalyze revenues, commissions and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basisDelegate financial responsibilities to the accounting teamPrepares journal entries and accruals for accuracy of the General LedgerEnters new Clients into the NetSuite/Oracle system & generate invoices as neededProcess and maintain fixed assets records, including recording newly acquired fixed assets, monitoring existing assets, recording depreciation and accounting for the disposition of fixed assetsWork closely with IT and Manage the fixed assets and depreciation schedules on a monthly basisCreate and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recordation of fixed assetsPrepares spreadsheets with the weekly payables to send to the executives including the CFOStructuring the aging reports to send to the managing directors of any open invoicesPrepares month end reconciliations and reconciles the corporate AMEX credit cards for the executivesSupervised newer staff/Accountants and monitored their work dailyAssist with Quarterly federal & state tax fillingsKnowStaff Accountant,08/2019to05/2021The Hertz Corporation–Harvey,LA,In charge of entering the Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable into the systemPrepares spreadsheets with the weekly payables to send to the CFO of the company for approvalProcesses the Accounts Receivable daily and announces it to Management and to the Managing Directors of the companyEnters new Clients into the NetSuite/Oracle system & generate invoices as neededNegotiated Contracts with Vendors and entered them in the Oracle SystemStructuring the aging reports to send to the managing directors of any open invoicesMonthly Reconciliation of the corporate credit cards and posting the charges to the appropriate accountsPrepare Pivot tables as needed to assist with the FEDEX reconciliation of accountPrepares journal entries and accruals for accuracy of the General LedgerPrepares month end reconciliations and reconciles the corporate AMEX credit cards for the executivesAssists auditors during company annual audit and other audits as assignedCreate and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recordation of fixed assetsProcess and maintain fixed assets records, including recording newly acquired fixed assets, monitoring existing assets, recording depreciation and accounting for the disposition of fixed assetsManage fixed assets and depreciation schedules on a monthly basisAssists In the financial budgeting of the company monthly or as needed.Accounting Specialist,05/2018to08/2019Aurora Services–Ladysmith,WI,Able to collect and analyze financial dataPrepares journal entries and accruals for accuracy of the General LedgerPrepares accounting and financial planning budget and cost sheets as neededPrepares monthly reconciliations and reconciles other related discrepanciesConstantly audits and cross-references reports to ensure data is accurateDevelop and maintain reports and files on asset and liability account balancesAble to lead targeted analysis for the annual budgets as neededPrepare expense reporting and analysis as needed for the annual budget.Teller,07/2014to07/2017Boone Bank & Trust Co–Boone,IA,Developed an extensive knowledge of the various accounts that the bank provided and educated customers on which accounts were the best fit for themMaintained a positive and friendly attitude while helping out customers, both at the counter as well as the drive-up windowRedeemed U.S Savings Bonds applications to the Federal Reserve as neededAccurately and efficiently processed and recorded daily transactions for banks customersIdentified and pursue selling and cross-selling opportunities with Bank customers and prospective customersReviewed and memorized the safety protocols of the bank in the event of a robbery or other disastersDirected customers to other tellers, managers and bankers as needed.
Education and TrainingMaster’s Degree:Business Administration, Accounting,Expected in12/2019toAssumption College-Worcester,MA.GPA:Bachelor’s Degree:Science in Business Administration, Accounting,Expected intoWorcester State University-Worcester,MA.GPA:Associate of Science:Accounting,Expected intoQuinsigamond Community College-Worcester,GPA:Finance Certificate:,Expected intoQuinsigamond Community College-Worcester,MAGPA:>>. The result is, Good Fit

Fit assessment: Good Fit