Staff Accountant
Snapon

Overview

This position will include all aspects of general accounting. Responsible for maintaining subsidiary ledgers, preparing journal entries, account reconciliation & analysis. Tasks will include tracking, analyzing and reporting of accruals & various data sets, as well as perform routine accounting duties that support specific business activities and the Accounting Department. Performs standard and ad-hoc reporting, specific other analysis as directed. Investigate specific transactions, procedures and activities that interfere with and/or create obstruction in accounting transactions & processes. Assist with the development and implementation of changes as necessary.

Responsibilities

• General accounting duties including journal entry preparation, accounts payable review and problem resolution, inventory transaction research and inventory reporting, sales tax reporting
• Interco AR Accounting
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations & required analysis timely and accurately
• Month-end / year-end closing activities
• Prepare ad-hoc reporting and corporate reporting as required
• Fixed Assets/Construction in Progress tracking and accounting
• Test, document, and pull records for audit requests
• Document processes and cross-train in other aspects of accounting department as needed

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of accounting experience
• High level of understanding of inventory transactions & AP processes, complex transactions and ability to follow-up and resolve issues
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Must be flexible and multi-task oriented
• Working understanding of foreign exchange transactions.
• Ability to follow-up on multiple issues timely
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of general accounting, financial analysis, reporting requirements and computer applications
• Knowledge of internal control policies & procedures
• Must be able to work with minimal oversight with attention to accuracy and timeliness
• Be able to develop and maintain relationships with diplomacy and tact
• Proficiency in MS Office required. Daily use of Excel - intermediate/advanced level needed, including proficiency with lookups and pivot tables a plus. Solid understanding of Access desired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills