What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting position at Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC Kenworth)?
Job Overview
Job Overview & Essential Functions
Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America’s largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting in the preparation and distribution of internal and external financial statements and reports. Performs diversified and complex accounting transactions. Assists in the design, implementation and evaluation of internal controls. Will also lead projects, partner with other departments on business initiatives, and will review staff accountant work. This position is fully in office 5 days a week in Leawood, KS.
About Us
MHC is an expansion of the original company, Ozark Kenworth, Inc. Ozark Kenworth started in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Opening for business without a Parts or Service department and only three employees in a temporary facility. From there, the company grew and expanded. MHC is now a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company which offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential – a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
Job Overview & Essential Functions
Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America’s largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting in the preparation and distribution of internal and external financial statements and reports. Performs diversified and complex accounting transactions. Assists in the design, implementation and evaluation of internal controls. Will also lead projects, partner with other departments on business initiatives, and will review staff accountant work. This position is fully in office 5 days a week in Leawood, KS.
- Assist in all phases of the closing and reporting functions, including preparation of journal entries, analyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts, and analyzing variances in income statement and balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
- Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.
- Research accounting rules and regulations and prepare accounting memorandums documenting company policy. Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.
- Aid in the development and documentation of internal controls.
- Recommend improvements, adaptations or revisions in the accounting system and procedures.
- Prepare audit schedules for annual, external audit.
- Perform all aspects of fixed asset accounting and reporting, including maintaining fixed asset schedules, calculating depreciation, and organizing annual fixed asset inventory.
- Serve as liaison with other departments when partnering on business initiatives.
- Review work completed by the Staff Accountant for accuracy and completeness.
- Perform other duties as assigned by manager, including assistance with special projects and ad hoc reporting requests.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
- Two to four years’ experience in accounting or financial statement preparation with audit, public accounting or internal audit experience preferred.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized individual with a commitment to consistent attention to details, meeting deadlines, and strong analytical skills and flexibility to assume additional responsibilities.
- CPA certification preferred.
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off program
- 401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match
- Flexible Spending Account
- Internal Promotion Opportunities
- On the Job Training
About Us
MHC is an expansion of the original company, Ozark Kenworth, Inc. Ozark Kenworth started in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Opening for business without a Parts or Service department and only three employees in a temporary facility. From there, the company grew and expanded. MHC is now a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company which offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential – a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled