Job Title : Accountant
Department : Accounting
Reports to : Finance
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THIS JOB (Summary)
This position will be instrumental in providing account analysis and reconciliation for the finance department. Duties will include assisting in the preparation of monthly financial statements, cash management, and cost system development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
- Work in compliance with all health and safety rules and regulations for Cementation
- Be aware of any health and safety hazards or infractions and report same to Health and Safety Department
- Participate in the office safety program
CLIENT FOCUS
Provide timely, professional and courteous interaction with all Cementation internal and external clientsGENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements, including; maintaining the close schedule, preparing journal entries, performing account analysis, prepaid, intercompany reconciliations, and Cash ManagementUnderstand GL structure to ensure accurate codingLiaise with operations on profit reporting, costing system development, supervision of accounting functionsSupport management through ad hoc data collecting, reporting, analysis and special projects as assignedAudit internal procedures increasing accounting and company efficienciesProvide support during quarterly and annual auditsThis position may be required to work extra hours as required to meet deadlinesCoordinate responsibilities and functions of the Accounting group and ensure they are carried out in accordance with policies and / or established proceduresQUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Degree or diploma in Accountancy from an accredited university or technical institute, or demonstrated equivalent experience.EXPERIENCE
Experience : 2+ years of relevant experienceFull knowledge of the accounting principles, financial reporting, cash management and budgetingExperience in the mine contracting industry desiredExperience in auditing, financial statement preparation, and reconciliationProficient in MS Word and Excel with accuracy and attention to detailCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS USED
Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint and OutlookAdobe ProfessionalPaycomJD EdwardsSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Must work well with other team members, and have a firm understanding of GAAP.Excellent communication and organizational skillsExcellent customer service skillsProven ability to build strong working relationshipsEfficient multitasking abilitiesGood mathematical ability to review billing and other equationsAble to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are metSuperior keyboarding skills and accuracy with attention to detailAble to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independentlyStrong problem identification and problem resolution skillsMotivated individual with proven initiativeCementation is an Equal Opportunity Employer