Divisional Accountant

• Pass Pre-employment Background Check and Subsequent Background Investigation for position designated.
• Complete a Probationary Period.
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer.
• The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States.  Proof of eligibility to work in U.S. is not required to apply.
• Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 

OVERVIEW

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and process journal entries (including Recurring, Manual, and Upload entries) with appropriate supporting documentation as backup and submit to manager for review and approval.
• Review trial balance for assigned division and prepare correcting/adjusting journal entries.
• Ensure revenue and expense recognition follows executed contracts, GAAP, and SE/SI Accounting Policies.
• Process and record divisional system interfaces; complete reconciliation schedule between the D365financial system; report and resolve any variances or unusual activities.
• Review subledger activities including Cash, Accounts Payable, and Project codes; reports and resolves issues timely.
• Complete monthly Journal Entry Checklist in compliance with the monthly calendar.
• Prepare monthly divisional financial statements and review with manager and Division Financial Manager.
• Perform assigned balance sheet account reconciliations, and identify, explain, and resolve reconciling items over 30 days old.
• Maintain divisional schedules to support A/R, Prepaid/Deferred Income/Expense, Revenue and Expenses analysis.
• Maintain and reconcile Fixed Asset Schedules, including the Construction in Progress schedule, book associated depreciation expense and communicate the status to all project owners.
• Collect and compile appropriate documents and approvals for fixed asses write offs, write downs, or retirements.
• Maintain and update the Restaurant Associates (RA) Capital projects funding spreadsheet. Record revenue and expense according to the terms of the contract.
• Identify and report Out-of-Period Adjustments.
• Prepare and provide analysis for Divisional Balance Sheets, P&L's, and Accounts Receivable Aging Reports; work with Division Finance Managers to resolve any issues.
• Prepare and participate in developing project plans as assigned.
• Document accounting procedures and processes for all areas of responsibilities; review, provide recommendations for improvements, and update existing procedures as necessary.
• Advise Financial Managers and staff on appropriate accounting policies and procedures.
• Participate in offsite physical inventories as assigned.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing required analysis and/or supporting documentation for all areas of responsibilities.
• Act as a liaison with divisional managers to ensure their needs for accounting data are met.
• Train and mentor other staff as necessary in accounting procedures and processes, and other topics as requested.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of accounting systems and processes applicable to the accounting function.
• Meticulous attention to detail required, as well as reliability, accuracy, and timeliness in performance of responsibilities.
• Knowledge of general accounting and good internal control practices.
• Experience gathering, assembling, consolidating, and analyzing data.
• Ability to independently perform assignments using conventional methods and techniques.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High level of technological, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with and gain the cooperation of all levels of staff to resolve problems and provide advice and assistance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Extensive experience with several accounting and other systems.