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: <<SummaryHardworking Senior Accountant proficient in providing cost-effective and accurate accounting. Exceptionally talented at preparing financial statements, reconciling transactions and employee development. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
SkillsExperience with software programs including but not limited to SAP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, ExcelAbility to lead and motivate other team members to achieve goalsStrong verbal and written communication skills.Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesGeneral Ledger UpdatesMonthly and Annual Journal EntriesInventory VerificationVerbal and Written CommunicationCash AnalysisProblem-SolvingAccounting Policy and ControlInventory AssessmentAccount ReconciliationReport PreparationAccounts PayableProcessing Checks and InvoicesFinancial ReportingCritical Thinking and AnalysisFinancial StatementsFixed Assets ManagementJournal Entry Preparation
Experience07/2021toCurrentSenior AccountantOcean Spray–Chatsworth,NJ,Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.Prepared company's financial reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.Reorganized systems in the accounting department to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.Established controls and reporting systems to optimize governance structure.Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.Prepared and presented operational reports to senior management and executive teams.Consistently tested and developed strategies to improve information flow throughout organization.Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.Created training materials, schedules and presentations for new accounting employees.Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.04/2019to07/2021AccountantBridgestone Corporation–Antioch,TN,Compiled, coded and submitted invoices to accounting for payment.Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.Monitored customer account details to minimize or rectify non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities.Generated, mailed and monitored invoices.Evaluated open accounts to look for past-due balances and pursue collection strategies.Performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports and researched chargebacks and write-offs.Processed new customer forms to set up accounts in system.Assisted in streamlining accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement.Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.Examined financial statements and income statements to review company's financial performance.Analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements.Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.Conducted forecasting and risk analysis assessments to maintain financial stability.Developed reports for areas such as per-job and per-area margins, periodic variances and break-even points.Tracked and monitored inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.01/2017to10/2018Sales Tax AuditorCity Of Peoria–Peoria,IL,Conducted independent field audits and investigations of sales tax returns to verify information provided.Independently conducted and completed audit work in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Procedures and Division requirements.Determined scope of audit to develop testing of internal controls and reconciliations.Observed, compared, and reviewed financial records to ensure compliance with State of Texas sales tax laws.Determined additional tax liabilities from taxpayer records or other available information; ability to effectively estimate liabilities when records were unavailable.Examined accounting systems and records to determine appropriateness of methods and controls.Educated taxpayers in computing and reporting taxes due by researching and explaining requirements, rules, regulations, and procedures in accordance to State of Texas sales tax laws.Compiled detailed reports of audit findings to discuss with supervisor.Demonstrated continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service to taxpayersPassed all required training courses such as Basic Audit, Sampling, Intermediate Audit and Advanced Audit training.
Education and TrainingExpected in12/2024totoGraduate Certification in Professional Accounting:Lamar University-Beaumont,TXGPA:Expected in05/2016totoBachelors of Business Administration:AccountingLamar University-,GPA:>>. The result is, Good Fit

Fit assessment: Good Fit