accountant job responsibilities:
• provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports.
• prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• documents financial transactions by entering account information.
• recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
• summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.
• substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
• maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• secures financial information by completing database backups.
• maintains financial security by following internal controls.
• prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
• answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
accountant qualifications / skills:
• accounting
• corporate finance
• reporting skills
• attention to detail
• deadline-oriented
• reporting research results
• sfas rules
• confidentiality
• time management
• data entry management
• general math skills
education, experience, and licensing requirements:
• bachelor’s or master’s degree in tax, accounting, or finance
• cpa
• minimum 2-10 years’ experience in accounting/finance
• experienc