Senior Accountant

Company: North State
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARYMaintains the Company's general ledger related to the Company's Corporate and Land Operations segments to ensure reliable financial records, and accurate and timely reporting. General ledger responsibilities include but are not limited to preparing journal entries, maintaining, reviewing and reconciling accounting records, recording and reviewing accounting entries, and ensuring accuracy and compliance to accounting policies and procedures. The position will assist with the organization and preparation of audit work papers and tax templates.SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIESEnter transactions in the general ledger and ensure all accounting entries are timely, accurate, and properly recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAPEnsure that G/L accounts are reconciled properly and in a timely manner with appropriate supporting documentationAssist the Accounting Manager with month, quarter, and year-end closing and ensure the maintenance of accurate and useful financial data in compliance with US GAAP, tax regulations, and corporate policiesPrepare or review joint venture financial statements for reasonableness and follow up with JV partners if questions arisePrepare or assist in the preparation of the tax templates as requested by the tax department, several times per yearAssist with the preparation of schedules for management and regulatory reporting, such as disclosures in the 10-Q and 10-K filings, and support internal/external audits Ensure the Company's expense reporting/P-card program transactions are recorded accurately and timelyDesign and maintain reports using end-user inquiry and reporting software while understanding the needs of multiple stakeholdersAssist with implementation and/or reconciliation of certain accounting systems and management information systemsPerform special project assignments, analyses, budgets, forecasts and special reports as requested or assigned by managementQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSEffective communication skills (written & verbal)Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsAbility to adapt quickly to changing organizational and operational needs and learn new tasks independentlyStrong organizational skills, including ability to manage competing priorities and deadlinesUnderstanding of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controlsAbility to generate ideas to improve processesDetail oriented Goals and results drivenMust demonstrate sound judgment and integrity beyond reproach in all situationsExperience with Yardi a plusREQUIREMENTSUndergraduate degree in accounting or equivalent is a prerequisiteMinimum 5 years of progressive experience in an accounting roleCPA license or public accounting experience a plus

Keywords: North State, Honolulu , Senior Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Honolulu, Hawaii