Capital Vacations Hiring for Staff Accountant – Corporate, Sales & Marketing Job at Myrtle Beach, SC Full Time

We are looking for a staff accountant to join our team for day-to-day accounting activities. The ideal candidate should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where creative thinking, problem solving, analysis, efficiency, and initiative are required. The successful candidate should be a team-player, excellent communicator and be able to multitask while maintaining a high regard for the details. Adaptability and positivity are key qualities to be successful in this role.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn month-end close process and assist staff and management throughout close process
• Prepare general ledger entries in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare detailed account reconciliations by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system, external reports, and various corporate departments
• Assist with documentation of business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and standard operating procedures
• Analyze information and options by developing spreadsheets and other ad hoc reports as needed
• Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
• Assist Management with system implementations and testing
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and documentation
• Liaison with Finance Department personnel and other teammates as necessary
• All other duties as requested

Job Requirements

Education, Essential Training / Certifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience with Financial Accounting Standards.
• 1-5 years’ experience in accounting field, preferably in a Corporate Accounting setting.
• At least 1 year of demonstrated automated general ledger accounting experience.
• At least 1 year of intermediate level experience with spreadsheet applications.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of SFAS rules
• Knowledge of Sage 500 desirable
• Intermediate proficiency in applications of word processing, accounting, and spreadsheet software
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Demonstrate initiative in understanding process flows and internal controls
• Self-motivated to learn, discover, improve, and grow
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment that promotes inclusiveness and communication among team members.
• Maintain confidentiality