Sr. Accountant (Contract)

A Day In The Life

The Senior Accountant under the leadership of the Accounting Manager is responsible for general ledger accounting functions, including fixed asset accounting. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial data recorded, compliance with accounting standards, and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, exceptional analytical skills, and experience in managing complex financial transactions.

As a Senior Accountant you will:

• Execute a Monthly Close of the General Ledger for Gulf States Toyota and maintain the close schedule.
• Prepare journal entries for Month End Close. Make materiality decisions on close entries.
• Compare the actual results to the budgeted results and provide variance explanations on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely fashion; resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Maintain well-documented workpapers and instructions for journal entries, account reconciliations and system processes.
• Analyze monthly and year-end financial data to ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Assist in reviewing or preparing ancillary audit schedules, audit footnotes and tax schedules.
• Research and resolve accounting transaction questions and other business unit issues in an agreed upon timeframe.
• Other duties as assigned, including special projects.

What We Need From You

• Requires a bachelor's degree with 5 - 8 years of experience in the field or in a related area or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 'Big Four' accounting firm experience desired but not required.
• Proficient in effective communication (both oral and written)
• Proficient in change management (promote, coordinate, and support)
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, tools, and processes
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Thrives in environments where goals, processes or strategies may not be clearly defined
• Excellent attention to details and organizational skills
• Strong Excel skills, including data validation and complex formula-based calculations
• Hands on experience with SAP S4/Hana or large ERP environment
• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve system issues in SAP or ERP environment

Travel Requirements
20% Minimal travel is required for this position (up to 20% of the time and on a domestic basis).

Join Us
The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@friedkin.com. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

We are seeking candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.

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