Accountant - Home Office

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• Work closely with the directors of finance, accounting department and others within the organization to ensure journal entries and other transactions are accurately and timely recorded
• Prepare daily reconciliations for cash accounts
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Work closely with the accounting/finance team and others within the organization to ensure open and accurate communications and excellent customer service
• Identify and resolve issues as they arise, and determine the process and controls needed to prevent the issue from occurring again in the future
• Assist in the preparation of month-end, quarterly and annual reports, consolidation, and other reporting as assignedWork with the controller on special projects
• Assist with the budget, forecasting and audit processes as requested
• Continuously pursue process improvement and embraces best practices in the accounting function
• Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace, person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality. Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or an associate's degree with five years of demonstrated experience in accounting.
• Two to three years accounting experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills. Must be able to effectively communicate in person and over the phone.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Detail oriented, with problem solving skills to ensure accuracy.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to navigate through multiple systems. Spreadsheet, software, and hardware proficient.
• Must be self-motivated and work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate strong analytical skills along with the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.

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