US Accountant
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage all accounting transactions, including AP, AR, Payroll & benefits.
- Prepare budget forecasts.
- Publish financial statements on time.
- Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
- Ensure timely bank payments.
- Compute taxes and prepare tax returns.
- Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
- Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity.
- Audit financial transactions and documents.
- Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.
- Comply with financial policies and regulations.
Qualifications
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- 5-year work experience as an Accountant.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures.
- Client interfacing experience.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks Desktop.
- Advanced MS Excel skills, including Vlookups and pivot tables.
- Experience with general ledger functions.
- Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
- BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant degree.