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Artech lists this Accountant - Entry Level opportunity in westbrook, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accounting Specialist
No spotlight call Location: Fully onsite Schedule: 40 hours, M-F, 9-5:30 working hours, with 30 minute unpaid lunch (No overtime needed)
Performs regular monthly accounts receivable tasks. Provides accounting guidance and support and serves as liaison to other areas of finance and other internal/external customers
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Analyzes account balances, investigates unusual items, determines necessary adjustments and completes reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Assists internal and external audit personnel as needed. Reviews and posts journal entries. Investigates and resolves any issues identified through research of accounting documents and follows up with others as needed. Coordinates with other accounting, finance and other areas to analyze questions and determine resolution. Provides accounting guidance and assistance as needed. Posts, reviews and reconciles cross-border charges and transactions as needed. Provides summaries, supporting documentation and other information as required. Consults, interprets and applies accounting policies and procedures involved in cross-border transactions. Participates in general ledger functions including maintaining recurring journal entries, setting up cost centers, setting up general ledger accounts, opening/closing accounting periods, running assessments and other activities. Provides financial/accounting systems training/user guides as needed. Performs variety of accounting and financial updates and changes. Performs calculations, reviews postings and other information for accuracy, processes changes, identifies, researches and resolves issues and other related activities. Participates in preparation of ongoing internal and external financial reporting.
Education
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Required Skills And Abilities
Understanding of applicable accounting rules and regulations. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong organizational skills. Good communication skills both written and verbal. Detail oriented. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong computer skills including knowledge of Excel. Experience with general ledger module of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, SAP preferred.
Physical Demands
Extensive sitting, phone and computer use. Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch. May be required to lift, move and carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing acuity sufficient to effectively communicate with customers and Employees via telephone and in person. Ability to communicate verbally on phone and in person. Fluency in the English language. Overtime during closing periods is required. Some travel may be required.
Work Environment
General office environment. Normal office noise level.
Worksite address
westbrook, ME, 04098, US
Who can apply
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