Job Description
Position Title: Accountant
Department: 702 Communications
Location: Moorhead, MN
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
OVERVIEW
Are you an experienced accountant who likes to have a role that combines a set of recurring duties, involvement in multiple areas of accounting and enjoys the opportunity to be involved in a variety of projects? If you are looking to join a company that offers great benefits, cares about our employees and offers an environment that embraces process improvement and employee development, a role on the Accounting Team at 702 might be for you!
Why 702?
702 is: A locally owned and operated Internet Service Provider that is committed to giving employees a place to build a career. We are willing to provide flexibility when life gets complicated and are always looking for new ways to connect with our community.
702’s Team is: Open-minded, helpful and dedicated to finding a solution (even if it’s not in our wheelhouse today); Accountable to our customers and each other; Looking for opportunities to exceed expectations.
If you’re all of those things and happen to be a good accountant who brings solid set of technology skills, a willingness to take on new projects, works well across teams and would like to be a part of a successful company looking for new opportunities to grow we’d like to visit with you about joining 702.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This role will be tasked with completing essential day-to-day accounting functions and may include responsibilities in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger support, account reconciliations and month-end close. Additional duties often require research and analytical skills related to customer accounts, vendor payments, expense trends, tax/surcharge reporting, and annual audit preparation.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must be able to handle all accounts payable and/or accounts receivable related duties for the company and related entities as assigned.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of all transactions.
- Prepare and processes accounting transactions for managed entities on a daily basis.
- Organizes data for the preparation of taxes and surcharge filings.
- Make appropriate payments and files accurate returns and reports by the due date.
- Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly.
- Prepares assigned journal entries monthly for posting into general ledger.
- Complete month-end close tasks accurately and on schedule.
- Cross-train and provide backup support on other accounting functions for both 702 and other managed entities.
- Assists CFO with the processing and research related to monthly financial results.
- Prepares work papers and supporting documents in preparation for annual financial audit.
- Assists during annual audit process through ongoing support and interaction with auditors.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience in one or more of: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger responsibilities.
- Ability to understand and embrace 702’s core values, company policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of standard accounting principles, practices and procedures.
- Self-starter able to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Results driven with ability to complete work in a timely manner.
- Ability to work well within a team and across departments.
- Strong skills in operating computers, various software packages and general office equipment.
- Ability to communicate well with customers, co-workers and various business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
- Currently hold or able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
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