Accountant

Basic Functions and Responsibilities

1. Manage all accounting transactions.
2. Audit financial transactions and documents.
3. Prepare budget forecasts.
4. Publish financial statements in a timely manner.
5. Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
6. Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
7. Ensure timely bank payments.
8. Compute taxes and prepare tax returns.
9. Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
10. Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity.
11. Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.
12. Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and budget performance.
13. Ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e., GAAP, FASB), rules, regulations, and systems of internal control.
14. Aid in the implementation of new accounting policies, standards, and guidelines.
15. Provide accurate, timely, and relevant recording, reporting, and analysis of financial information.
16. Assist with and act as the primary point-of-contact for auditor requests.
17. Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
18. Identify areas for improvement and implement improvements to processes.