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ARC Automotive

Accountant

ARC Automotive, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955


Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented

Accountant

with expertise in

Asset Control ,

Accounts Receivable (AR) ,

Accounts Payable (AP) , and

Financial Reporting . The ideal candidate will manage asset tracking, oversee AR and AP functions, and prepare accurate financial reports. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and operational efficiency, ensuring the smooth functioning of the company's financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Asset Control:

• Asset Tracking & Management: Maintain and update the asset register, ensuring accurate recording and tracking of all company assets (both tangible and intangible) in accordance with company policies and financial standards.

• Reconciliations: Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual asset reconciliations, ensuring alignment between asset registers and financial ledgers. Resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Depreciation Management: Calculate and record depreciation for various asset categories based on company policies, tax laws, and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).

• Asset Disposals & Transfers: Oversee the process of asset disposal and transfer, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

• Internal Controls: Implement and monitor internal controls related to asset management, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulatory standards.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Invoice Processing: Generate and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner, ensuring correct billing information and payment terms.

• Credit Control: Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and ensure collections are handled promptly, escalating issues when necessary.

• Payment Reconciliations: Track and reconcile AR receipts, ensuring that payments are recorded accurately against outstanding invoices.

• Aging Reports: Maintain and update AR aging reports, providing regular updates to management on outstanding receivables.

• Customer Relationships: Communicate with clients to resolve any billing discrepancies and ensure smooth and timely payments.

Accounts Payable (AP):

• Invoice Verification: Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices, ensuring that all invoices are accurate and supported by necessary documentation.

• Payment Processing: Process payments to suppliers in accordance with company payment terms and ensure timely payments to avoid late fees.

• Vendor Management: Maintain relationships with vendors, resolve any payment issues, and ensure smooth communication regarding outstanding invoices.

• AP Reconciliations: Regularly reconcile AP accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies or issues with vendor accounts.

• Cash Flow Management: Assist in forecasting cash flow needs related to AP to ensure the company has sufficient liquidity to meet financial obligations.

Financial Reporting:

• Monthly and Annual Financial Statements: Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to compare actual financial performance with budgets, forecasts, and prior periods. Prepare reports explaining discrepancies and propose corrective actions.

• Management Reporting: Prepare financial reports for senior management, providing insights into financial performance, including asset-related information (e.g., asset values, depreciation, AR, and AP balances).

• Compliance and Audit: Assist in the preparation for audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

• Tax Reporting: Assist in the preparation of tax filings, ensuring proper reporting of AR, AP, and asset-related tax implications, including depreciation and asset impairments.

Other Responsibilities:

• System Updates and Improvements: Contribute to enhancing the efficiency of AR, AP, and asset management systems, ensuring data integrity, and streamlined reporting.

• Collaboration: Work closely with other finance team members, such as accounting, treasury, and internal audit, to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth financial operations.

• Ad-hoc Projects: Support various ad-hoc financial analysis or special projects as required by management or other departments.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• CPA, CMA, or other relevant accounting certification is a plus.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a similar role with a focus on AR, AP, asset control, and financial reporting in a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools is highly desirable.

• *Any equivalent combination of relevant experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of financial principles, including asset management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level), financial modeling, and reporting.

• Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in reconciling complex financial data and resolving discrepancies.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

• Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a requirement.

• Familiarity with tax regulations related to assets and depreciation.

• Problem-solving ability to identify discrepancies in financial data and implement solutions.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and professionalism in managing sensitive financial information.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.