Accountant

Job Title: Accountant Department: Accounting Reports To: Controller FLSA Status: Exempt Summary Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain and record financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  Compiles composite reports from individual reports of subordinates required by management or government agencies.  Supervises and participates in preparing and auditing materials requiring analyses of supporting documents and insures that all entries are entered into the system properly.  Identifies and resolves problems and inconsistencies, determining appropriate corrective procedures.  Communicates and coordinates accounting policies, practices, and procedures with department and company managers and officials, vendors, reporting agencies, clients, customers, and the public.  Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.  Issues written and oral instructions.  Assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.  Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.  Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances.  Adjusts errors and complaints.  Performs Accounting Clerk and Bookkeeper duties.  Compiles cost reports, revenue, and balance sheets.  Reconciles bank statements. Competencies  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :  Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.  Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.  Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer Title: Accountant Job Description Creation Date: 08/21/2012 Revision Date: 11/15/2012 Document Owner: HR Department Page #: 2 of 3 USE OF THIS DOCUMENT The controlled master copy of this document resides in electronic format. Printed copies of this document are UNCONTROLLED, to be used for courtesy or training purposes only. Verify that the revision of this printed document matches the current revision of the electronic master before use. needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.  Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.  Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.  Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.  Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.  Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.  Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.  Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.  Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.  Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.  Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports Caravan’s goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.  Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.  Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.  Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.  Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.  Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered Title: Accountant Job Description Creation Date: 08/21/2012 Revision Date: 11/15/2012 Document Owner: HR Department Page #: 3 of 3 USE OF THIS DOCUMENT The controlled master copy of this document resides in electronic format. Printed copies of this document are UNCONTROLLED, to be used for courtesy or training purposes only. Verify that the revision of this printed document matches the current revision of the electronic master before use. when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.  Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Accounting software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.