Description: Will perform administrative and office support activities for the Accounting Department. Generating and validating reports, creating, and maintaining Excel worksheets, posting journal entries and other transactions in the company’s accounting system, preparing documents or other related paperwork, assisting with general ledger account reconciliations, accounts payable, credit and collections and other general accounting functions.
Job Summary:
This position reports to the Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of GAAP and must be able to work in a team environment and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. This position is responsible for certain accounting activities in the following areas: cash, accounts receivable, prepaid assets, inventory, and fixed assets. Additionally, this position assists in the preparation of journal entries, account analysis and reconciliations as well as maintenance of complete and accurate subledger details that support month-end close procedures. Additionally, this candidate should possess the ability to understand and perform job tasks using computer programs, including Microsoft Excel, Word, ERP system software and other computer programs. Must have basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills. Ability to follow established procedures and instructions. Strong attention-to-detail, accuracy, problem-solving skills. Ability to accomplish tasks in a timely manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with internal and external customers in a professional manner. Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
Excellent attention to detail and possesses the ability to successfully multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
Handles confidential and sensitive information and records with discretion, diligence and sound judgment
Listens effectively, conveys information clearly and accurately and actively seeks feedback
Well-organized, self-directed team player; prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans
Identifies and assists in resolving problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Adapts to changes in dynamic work environment, able to manage competing demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
Operates with process improvement mindset to increase operational efficiency and accuracy of the accounting/finance department
Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, discretion and sound judgment in all interactions with colleagues
Responsibilities :
Assist the Accounting Manager and CFO in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual close processes
Prepare monthly reconciliations and associated adjusting entries in areas such as, but not limited to, cash, accounts receivable, prepaid assets, inventory, and fixed assets
Accident prevention – actively identify, correct and/or report safety hazards to prevent accidents.
Actively identify and pursue cost reduction and efficiency/profit improvement opportunities.
Support the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and the Sea Box Quality Policy calling for self-inspection of your work product.
Assist Accounting Manager and CFO with various tasks, including creation of Excel Spreadsheets, accounting system transactions and similar assignments.
Review documents in system; verify discrepancies.
Reconcile accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory to the general ledger monthly.
Prepare year-end audit work papers.
Assist in tax, insurance, and other audits.
Review accuracy of GSA IFF calculations.
Prepare sales tax returns.
Reconcile company procurement credit charges and related journal entries.
Prepare and provide special reports as requested to customers, operations, or management.
Assist with large production job inventory and purchasing management.
Manage entries, data, and training for the company’s ERP system.
Utilize accounting system software to facilitate processing of certain classes of transactions and maintain relevant records
Assist in review of company’s accounting information to identify and resolve variances or inaccuracies
Assists with special projects and initiatives to optimize the effectiveness of existing business applications and technologies
Able to work nights and weekends (variable schedules) as necessary to meet deadlines
Ad hoc / other accounting/finance/project work as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned
Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
Why work for Sea Box?
We offer benefits to our full-time employees that include:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic and Voluntary Life
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays, Bereavement, Jury Duty
401(k) with company match
Employee Referral Program
Employees are eligible for most benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Location: This position is onsite (non-remote) at the Company’s corporate headquarters in Cinnaminson, NJ. This position may occasionally require working overtime and/or working outside of the Company’s normal 8:30am – 5:30pm hours of operation.
Requirements: Education and Experience:
· BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, required
· 2-4 years of related accounting experience, required
· CPA Candidate / Pursuing CPA Certification, preferred
· Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
· Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work independently at times