Overview

General Ledger Accountant

SPAR Group Inc. is a global leader in providing consumer solutions through the retailer and vendor direct channels. Our impact reaches across ten countries around the globe representing top-tier CPG partners and the fortune 100 lists of retailers. Our solutions include in-store merchandising, new store openings, major store renovations, departmental or category resets, distribution center staffing, and in-home and in-store product assembly. 

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for providing professional level general accounting duties, under the direction of the Director of Accounting and Finance. The General Ledger Accountant will prepare journal entries, reconcile financial statements and accounts, and analyze data for accuracy. The General Ledger Accountant is detailed-oriented and possesses exceptional organizational skills. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Other duties may be assigned.

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What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.)
• 401 K/ Roth
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Training and Career Development
• Tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities:

• Process daily bank postings and perform daily/monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process electronic fund transfers as needed.
• Preparation of weekly Borrowing Base and support reporting.
• Prepare monthly lender reconciliations, reports and loan covenant calculations.
• Assist with any and all audits, usually each quarter and year end.
• Track personnel loans and work with payroll for re-payment.
• Process and manage T&E and corporate credit cards.
• Record payroll for multiple companies on a consistent and timely basis.
• Manage prepaid and accruals as assigned.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations as assigned.
• Other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be requested from time to time.

Additional Responsibilities:

• MS Dynamics SL (Solomon) experience a plus.
• Project implementation experience a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of US GAAP.
• Strong analytical skills and independent thinking.
• Curious enough to ask “WHY” “HOW” “WHAT” etc.
• Interested enough to identify efficiencies.
• Patient enough to work toward implementing change.
• Excellent listening and written/verbal communication skills.
• Must have excellent work habits and attention to detail.
• Must have ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage/meet deadlines.
• Ability to work cohesively across multiple departments.
• Additional responsibilities as needed in accounting, finance or administration.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a minimum education level of: Bachlor Degree in related field*. *Equivalent Experience may be substituted if asterisk present.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), internet, and e-mail..
• This position may or may not have supervisory responsibilities. Those who manage others are expected to have the ability to lead one or a team of individuals to achieve department goals.
• The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position's work environment is primarily inside office locations that are typically not extreme (hot or cold) environments. 
• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must regularly meet to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend and stoop continuously and stand for limited periods. It also requires the ability to see, hear, walk, stand, speak, sit, learns, read, concentrate, think, communicate, and work.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required.

SPAR has over 50 years of experience in retail and consumer goods, serving some of the world's best companies. We offer end-to-end services to ensure our client's product is available and presented most compellingly. We focus on our client's return on investment (ROI) by applying our unique software solutions, experienced resources, and passion for results.

SPAR provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SPAR prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, SPAR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. Improper interference with the ability of SPAR's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.