Accounting II

Classification: Non Exempt
Reports to: Accounting Leader 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary Objective

The level 2 accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledge accounts to the general ledger. Prepares balance sheets; profit and loss statements and other financial reports.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Assign and essential functions.

1. Responsible for the accounting day to day procedures of the company.
2. Audit the work of the accounting department.
3. Engage in critical and confidential aspects of accounting.
4. Responsible for the development of policies, systems, special financial studies, etc. of major importance.
5. Advise management on matters of fiscal procedure and importance for the organization.
6. Ensure compliance with the financial procedures of the organization
7. Works with confidential data, which, if disclosed, might have significant internal effect or minor external effect.

Competencies:

1. Financial Management.
2. Performance Management.
3. Ethical Conduct.
4. Thoroughness.

Supervisory Responsibility

The accounting Level 2 manages employees of the accounting department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that department.

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required, which would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent number of years of experience
2.  Seven years of accounting experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Presentation skills.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if Applicable)

Authorized to work in the United States

EEO Statement

FPA Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FPA Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

FPA Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of FPA Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.