What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Methanex?
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant position is responsible for the processing of various transactions and several ongoing responsibilities in accordance with standard accounting procedures under general supervision and guidance. Daily responsibilities include preparation and maintenance of accounting reports, maintaining records, preparation for audits and other related duties.
Responsibilities
- Perform day-to-day processing of business transactions timely and accurately. Such transactions may include bank transactions, customer or supplier invoices, tax payments, etc.
- Transfer relevant information to supporting spreadsheets and/or into the organization’s ERP (SAP).
- Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports, verifying information.
- Maintain proper support for all transactions in hard copy files and/or electronic files.
- Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
- Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
- Posting and processing journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded.
- Monitor workflow of transactions to ensure proper follow-through of obtaining approvals, payments being processed timely, receipt of proper documentation, etc.
- Researches and resolves vendor payment discrepancies and disputes.
- Presents a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintains a positive image of the company.
- Perform reconciliations of standard balance sheet or income statement accounts.
- Retrieve information from the ERP to provide reporting tools to the accounting team and other departments within the organization.
- Provide support during audits by fulfilling requests and responding to inquiries in a timely, accurate, and transparent manner.
- Continues to update accounting knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
- Act ethically and with integrity in every function.
- Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
- Maintain Close Binder and ensure completeness of all required documentation.
- Assists Finance Leadership with any special requests or projects.
- Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
- Assists other Departments and other administrative personnel as necessary.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and/or Training
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required.
- Two (2) years or more of related experience and/or training required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Accounting—must have general knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices, as well as thorough knowledge of applicable accounts receivable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and company procedures.
- Arithmetic—the position requires knowledge of mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division accurately.
- Administration and Management – Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Computer skills—the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs, as well as working with e-mail at a highly proficient level. Experience with SAP preferred.
- Teamwork—the position requires working well in a team environment and being able to work with a diverse group of people.
- Customer service—the position manages difficult client/client situations, responds promptly to client needs, solicits client feedback to improve service, responds to requests for service and assistance and meets commitments.
- Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
- Quantity—meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely manner.
- Detail-oriented—minimizes errors and recognizes errors made by others.
- Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
- Critical Thinking—ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
- Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
- Confidential—the position requires discretion because they frequently encounter confidential material.
Security Clearance Requirements
- Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
Software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel required.
- Experience with SAP required.
Physical
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move more than 10 pounds occasionally.
- Requires sitting for extensive periods of time.
- Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
- The ability to work at a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.
- Ability to effectively communicate through various means required.
Work Schedule
- Monday – Friday between 8:00am – 5:00pm, working the 9/80 schedule
- May work additional hours and days, including weekends and holidays as required.
Travel
- Travel not anticipated in this role
