Accountant - Intermediate

The Accountant-Intermediate will be responsible for efficient and accurate completion of monthly and annual financial reports and supporting audit schedules by gathering information needed; utilizing all resources available to resolve differences; and maintaining the general ledger system.  The Accountant-Intermediate will be the primary backup across the accounting department and will be cross-trained on all Reliance Rx accounting functions.

• Bachelor’s degree required. An additional four (4) years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Three (3) years of experience in accounting required. CPA strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience of general ledger systems, excel, spreadsheets and PC/Windows skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to identify problems and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to accept responsibility, work well on teams, and make decisions.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven examples of displaying the Reliance values: Collaborative, Accessible, Results-Oriented, Empowering, and Supportive.

• Accounting & Analysis: 
• Prepare and/or review journal entries by gathering appropriate documentation and ensuring completion.
• Prepare and/or review supporting monthly/quarterly/annual schedules for audit and management.  Perform analytical procedures.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Review accounts payable invoices for accurate general ledger coding, as needed.           
• Assist in the maintenance of departmental financial spreadsheets to ensure appropriate level of spreadsheet controls.
• Lend support to accounting management to ensure appropriate data classification and handling procedures are properly maintained in accordance with organizational policies/requirements.
• Assist accounting management with researching of new and updated accounting pronouncements, as needed, summarizing impact on the operations and/or reporting processes.
• Preparation of monthly account reconciliations and bank reconciliations as needed.
• Standard monthly reports and tasks must be completed by scheduled dates.
• Investigate month-end differences and resolve within timeframes as required.
• Provide backup to all areas of the Finance team including AR, AP and Cash Management functions.

• Team Building:
• Coordinate with senior accountants and/or manager to maintain the flow of information within the accounting department and other departments by initiating requests for information or other means.
• Recommend/develop processes that will create efficiency and process improvements.
• Support other departments on strategic initiatives or information requests.
• Participate on departmental teams/task groups as required.

• Training:
• Update/review documentation of procedures for the department procedure manual.

• Communication/Time Management:
• Understand and interpret new concepts and various information with the ability to present ideas in their simplest form and view with a global perspective.
• Produce timely financial information to management to meet predetermined deadlines established by the accounting department, audit and external federal and state agencies by efficiently managing time.

This is a hybrid position with onsite attendance required at our Williamsville location.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually