Meridian Waste
Staff Accountant at Meridian Waste
Location: Decatur, AL | Salary: $77,000.00 - $96,000.00
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Prepare accurate financial statements for management reporting and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
Perform daily financial entries including accounts receivable, deposits, and necessary maintenance items.
Prepare and perform various journal entries to maintain the corporation’s accounts.
Maintain chart of accounts, creating new accounts and removing outdated accounts.
Conduct reconciliation on company bank accounts weekly/monthly and reconcile balance sheet items such as prepayment, deposit, PP&E, debt, and other accruals.
Perform year‑end and month‑end closing, including accruals, depreciation, and necessary adjustment entries.
Monitor company asset register (heavy equipment, furniture, fixtures, computer hardware and software) and related accounting files.
Ensure company’s books of accounts and related matters are handled appropriately and accounting systems are maintained according to company procedures.
Ensure all A/R transaction entries are system‑integrated to the proper G/L accounts; maintain all general ledger accounts regularly, including reconciling sub‑ledgers with G/L accounts.
Assist in periodic audits, inventory physical count, and prepare necessary documentation and information requested by auditors.
Reconcile inventory reports and identify and report any issues to management; liaise with other departments to resolve issues.
Assist in monitoring departmental budgets throughout the year and report any significant deviations to management with analysis detailing the cause for the deviation and corrective action(s) necessary.
Recommend solutions to any accounting related issues using accounting systems and procedures when necessary.
Liaison with external tax firm for any tax‑filing issues and provide all information requested.
Improve the efficiency in the workflow of the accounting department.
Participate in weekly accounting meetings to point out problems and difficulties encountered and to provide solutions.
Prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
Follow and comply with all safety policies.
Additional duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent training.
Minimum 2–3 years of related experience.
Intacct experience preferred.
Working knowledge of all major Finance disciplines.
Must be able to multi‑task and have an attention to detail.
Must demonstrate strong organization and project management skills.
Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Great attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Physical Demands
Light lifting (20–25 pounds), office environment.
Work Environment
Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
Travel: As required.
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Location: Decatur, AL | Salary: $77,000.00 - $96,000.00
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Prepare accurate financial statements for management reporting and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
Perform daily financial entries including accounts receivable, deposits, and necessary maintenance items.
Prepare and perform various journal entries to maintain the corporation’s accounts.
Maintain chart of accounts, creating new accounts and removing outdated accounts.
Conduct reconciliation on company bank accounts weekly/monthly and reconcile balance sheet items such as prepayment, deposit, PP&E, debt, and other accruals.
Perform year‑end and month‑end closing, including accruals, depreciation, and necessary adjustment entries.
Monitor company asset register (heavy equipment, furniture, fixtures, computer hardware and software) and related accounting files.
Ensure company’s books of accounts and related matters are handled appropriately and accounting systems are maintained according to company procedures.
Ensure all A/R transaction entries are system‑integrated to the proper G/L accounts; maintain all general ledger accounts regularly, including reconciling sub‑ledgers with G/L accounts.
Assist in periodic audits, inventory physical count, and prepare necessary documentation and information requested by auditors.
Reconcile inventory reports and identify and report any issues to management; liaise with other departments to resolve issues.
Assist in monitoring departmental budgets throughout the year and report any significant deviations to management with analysis detailing the cause for the deviation and corrective action(s) necessary.
Recommend solutions to any accounting related issues using accounting systems and procedures when necessary.
Liaison with external tax firm for any tax‑filing issues and provide all information requested.
Improve the efficiency in the workflow of the accounting department.
Participate in weekly accounting meetings to point out problems and difficulties encountered and to provide solutions.
Prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
Follow and comply with all safety policies.
Additional duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent training.
Minimum 2–3 years of related experience.
Intacct experience preferred.
Working knowledge of all major Finance disciplines.
Must be able to multi‑task and have an attention to detail.
Must demonstrate strong organization and project management skills.
Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Great attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Physical Demands
Light lifting (20–25 pounds), office environment.
Work Environment
Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
Travel: As required.
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