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Accountant

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  To provide financial and technical support to management; to gather and analyze financial data in the budget/forecast process; to generate ad hoc reporting; to ensure income statements reflect accurate information; and to ensure balance sheet accounts are stated accurately and reconciled timely.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in the evaluation of existing policies and procedures.Maintains a thorough understanding of current and new Finance programs and initiatives; makes recommendations for enhancements and improvements.Provides financial and technical support to management.Gathers and analyzes financial data during the budget/forecast process.Generates ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested by management.Gathers and analyzes data reflected in the company's income statement ensuring it is stated properly and reflects accurate information.Communicates issues, project status and other applicable information to management.Completes special projects as assigned by management.Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while utilizing creative capabilities.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.Supports the organization's quality program(s).Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Six (6) years accounting or related business experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.  

Skills & Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of US accounting principles, procedures and relevant regulationsThorough understanding of accounting standards and procedures for consolidation of entity financial statementsExcellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsLeadership/management/motivational skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsGood judgment and discretionary skillsAbility to plan, monitor, track and problem solveAbility to manage multiple projects and set prioritiesAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:  Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking. Must be able to fluently communicate in Spanish (writing and speaking)

NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.