Responsibilities:

• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes. This will include reconciliation and analysis of all general ledger (balance sheet and income statement) accounts.

• Prepare and post journal entries in Great Plains accounting software

• Assist in the preparation and compilation of monthly management reports

• Prepare schedules for and assist with financial statement and bank audits

• Serve as a resource in all aspects of accounting, including technical research.

• Research and perform analysis of change in general ledger account balances / analysis of month and year-end results for management

• Prepare and review the month and year-end financial statements including footnote disclosures in accordance with GAAP

• Create, evaluate, and maintain internal control and accounting policies.

• Assist heavily with automation & streamlining of existing accounting procedures with the goal of implementing "best practices".

• Attend and participate in meetings and committees as appropriate

• Perform miscellaneous ad-hoc research and reporting and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of US general ledger accounting (GAAP)

• Minimum of 3-5 years of continuous accounting experience.

• 2-3 years of public accounting preferred

• A background in equipment leasing or other finance industry experience is a plus.

• Proficiency with MS Office; advanced Excel skills a plus

• Knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains and LeaseWave

Skills:

• Must be able to follow detailed written instructions

• Must have problem solving and decision-making abilities, including the ability to identify trends and relationships within accounting and financial data

• Must be a highly motivated individual with high level of initiative and an attitude of willingness / ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives

• Must have the ability to meet assigned deadlines

• Must be team player willing to assist others at all levels of the organization

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to create and maintain cooperative working relationships with all levels of employees, management and external agencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and work autonomously or with a team

• Strong attention to detail

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively on a one-on-one basis or in group setting

• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times and exercise strict confidentiality