Accountant, Windermere

Accountant
The Accountant is responsible for general accounting duties including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations related to Fresh Express corporate accounting and TransFresh.
This position requires solid understanding of related business concepts and their applications, ability to review and analyze information, and develop an understanding of the business and the financial reporting for the business.
Projects involve implementation of processes to support changing business needs and internal control compliance.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for timely and accurate month-end accounting close and associated tasks
Responsible for updating and manipulating multiple databases
Prepare monthly variance and trend analysis reports
Prepare related account reconciliations and review General Ledger account balances for compliance with GAAP and internal controls
Provide financial support to the business through teamwork with analysts to provide meaningful information and reporting of the business
Identify, communicate, and recommend solutions for raw accounting issues and problems
Seek opportunities to streamline and improve accounting transactions and work with the business to provide accounting and analytical support to meet internal customer needs
Investigate troubled accounts, communicate problems and provide solutions
Be able to deliver under pressure for deadlines
Ad hoc reports as needed
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills; with responsive feedback at all times
Microsoft Excel skills to include VLOOKUP, pivot table, external linking, and respect for proper database management and accuracy to ensure data quality and integrity
Strong PC skills including working knowledge of Excel and ERP software
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and application
Must have the ability to make decisions, appear for work on time, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures and to accept constructive criticism
Strong attention to detail and a desire to assume new responsibilities
Organization, attention to detail and the ability to analyze data
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 1+ years General Accounting experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Raw / Food Industry experience is a plus
Language Requirements: English, Spanish knowledge helpful
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.