Accountant 1 & 2 - Hybrid (41195)

Palmer Group is currently working with a client to identify an Accountant 1& 2 to join their team. Individuals with previous experience working in the insurance industry will be a fantastic fit for the role. Apply today if you would like to be considered!

Responsibilities:

• Act as primary finance department accountant for two or more low to mid-level complexity legal entities
• Prepare accurate and timely financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, quarterly reviews, annual audits, and annual budget
• Prepare general ledger entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and prepare and analyze financial data. Update and maintain general ledger chart of accounts
• Create and modify financial reports on the accounting financial reports software
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes
• Coordinate, update, and maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules on accounting software
• Coordinate activity on capital leases/loans
• Prepare mid-year review and year-end audit work papers and assist external auditors during fieldwork
• File and pay use tax to each state in a timely manner
• Maintain provision for bad debt records, actual bad debt records, and recovery of bad debt records
• Reconcile bank statements
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports
• Work with both internal and external auditors in a professional manner
• Recommend more accurate and efficient procedures for all accounting department functions
• Ensure that confidentiality regarding employees, clients, or vendors is not disclosed to anyone except as authorized by corporate officials or as approved in writing by the Accounting Manager, or designate

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 0-5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Great Plains software preferred
• Strong computer skills especially within Microsoft Office
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Attention to detail in establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail, demonstrated proficiency in work, good communication skills, pride in appearance and conduct
• Meticulous work habits, cooperative and pleasant with coworkers
• Willingness to work overtime, work independently

Work Model:

• Open to remote, on-site, and hybrid