Accountant
On-siteCedar Rapids, Iowa, United States or Rosemont, California, United States
Job Summary
Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with STAT and GAAP accounting policies, while performing account reconciliations and investigating items to ensure timely resolution. Explain routine fluctuations in balance sheet and income statement accounts, and assist with the preparation of quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules for internal and external reporting. Collaborate with various departments to resolve accounting questions, respond to audit inquiries, and participate in system implementations and process improvements designed to enhance efficiency and reporting quality. Maintain adherence to the company's internal controls framework while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to meet deadlines, with some flexibility in the normal office environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience
- Approximately 1-3 years of accounting experience
- Working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
- Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and accounting systems
- Ability to type / perform data entry
- Ability to read from a computer screen and paper reports
- Ability to express ideas and otherwise communicate with the spoken word
- Occasional evening and weekend hours to meet deadlines
- Occasional travel is required
Desired Qualifications
- preferably within the insurance or financial services industry
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