LOCATION:  Reno/Sparks, NV.  This is a hybrid role, required to be in-office 3 days per week, can work remotely 2 days per week. 

Role of Senior Accountant

Under close supervision, performs routine recordkeeping, data analysis, and preparation of financial statements that are simple to moderately complex. Role will vary based on assignment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares and makes entries into accounting information systems. Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and corresponding supporting documentation.
• Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position.
• Reviews and verifies accounts and prepares account reconciliations. Designs and maintains reconciling schedules for balance sheets.
• Closes or directs others in closing month-end and year-end, including recording and/or reviewing journal entries.
• Prepare or monitor company’s cash flow forecasts and manage weekly cash requirements
• Manage bank accounts, services and required forms on an as needed basis.
• Monitor bank service fees and address quality issues.
• Interprets and points out trends or deviations from standard.
• Updates accounting support schedules.
• Assists in year-end audit process.
• Interfaces with external and internal auditors.
• Develops non-standardized reports and statements as needed.
• Seeks process improvement and presents process improvement recommendations to Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Four years related accounting experience or three years related experience in public accounting, including heavy GL reconciliation and month-end close processing experience.
• Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area, including detailed knowledge of accounting theory and practices.
• Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and solid spreadsheet skills.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP systems.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.
• CPA license preferred.

Recology Offers

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.