What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Pettibone / Traverse Lift?
Key Performance Areas
Assists with the generation of monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
Maintains the general ledger and generates various journal entries.
Sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
Reviews and processes warranty claims.
Provides audit and clerical support for physical inventories.
Review and process employee expense reports.
Assist in the processing of Accounts Payable including invoice approval, entry and disbursements.
Review monthly purchases for sales and use tax exposure. Prepare monthly Sales and Use Tax filings.
Prepare monthly commission reports.
Prepares analysis of accounts, as required.
Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
Experience and Education
Experience
3 years of accounting experience
Education
Associate degree in Accounting or Business Administration
Communication
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal communication
Technology
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite and ERP system
Other Requirements
Ability to manage confidential information
Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to correctly prepare tax reports