Accountant Bookkeeper

Position Available: Accountant

Job Type: Full Time. Monday – Friday. 7:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Job Description: Responsible for overseeing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. Duties including but not limited to processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconcile of accounts, prepare board meeting reports, payment of taxes, processing employee tax returns, payment of retirement contributions, perform customer service duties, processing inventory.

Compensation: Starting at $70,000.

Key Accountabilities:

• SAFETY is the number one responsibility of every employee at Boaz Gas Board.
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests.
• Maintain vendor and customer records and resolve any discrepancies.
• Perform daily, monthly, and yearly financial closeouts to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial reporting.
• Reconcile and balance accounts to maintain the accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare and review financial reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits.
• Implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the accounting procedures.
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist management in preparing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.

Qualifications:

• Minimum College Degree of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration.
• Possess a Current Driver’s License.
• Proven experience in accounting.
• Strong Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in financial software (Sage) and MS Excel.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with minimum direct supervision and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to develop solid understanding of gas distribution and/or gas system.

Requirements:

• Requires pre- and post-employment screenings including drug and alcohol testing (as outlined by the Department of Transportation and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration), motor vehicle record (MVR) checks, criminal history checks, and other background checks and verifications.
• Effective verbal communication skills and interpersonal/customer service skills (listening, cooperation, tact, diplomacy)
• Once hired, requires successful completion of Boaz Gas Board Operator Qualification (OQ). Must Maintain position OQs and any other required OQs.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Cell Phone Paid For