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Olympic Petroleum

Cost Accountant

Olympic Petroleum, Cicero, Illinois, United States, 60804

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We're hiring a data-driven accountant for an integral position on our team. You’ll keep our general ledger up-to-date, ensure the accuracy of our financial information, and use QuickBooks for tracking. Candidates should be experienced problem-solvers, well-organized, detail-oriented, and time-efficient.

Responsibilities

Process payroll to provide payment to employees on time

Complete bookkeeping duties: Data entry and record maintenance

Reconcile bank statements and prepare financial statements

Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger

Consistently input daily financial transactions and finalize the posting process

Perform account reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies

Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts

Process payroll and ensure accurate recording of employee compensation

Manage accounts payable and ensure timely payment of invoices

Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts

Assist with the implementation and monitoring of internal controls in compliance with SOX regulations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data for reporting purposes

Conduct financial analysis for work centers, identify cost trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement

Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and support external auditors during annual audits

Qualifications

Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Must exhibit exemplary problem-solving, communication, and time management skills

Experience with Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems

Must have 2 or more years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a management accountant, bookkeeper, cost accountant or similar

Must know Cost Accounting

At least 3-5 years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a cost accountant, management accountant, or bookkeeper

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

Compensation $70,000 per year

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