Senior Accountant

Vaco is hiring for a Senior Accountant opportunity in Hudson OH. This is a direct hire position that is fully onsite   
POSITION SUMMARY:  This individual performs the general accounting function.  Assists Controller in implementing and maintaining accurate records and thorough accounting controls in accordance with GAAP.  Assists with month end financial statement preparation and monthly reporting package.  Actively seeks ways to reduce costs and increase profitability.  Prepares various reports to assist management with analysis of costs and potential savings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelors degree in Accounting
• 1-2 years accounting experience
• Experience in coordinating and maintaining sound accounting practices and procedures
• Experience with spreadsheets; MS Office products a plus
• Experience with accounting control procedures
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assists with the preparation and submission of governmental agency reports including taxes
• Performs monthly account reconciliations
• Communicates clearly and effectively with independent auditors and coworkers
• Develops and implements efficient workflow processes
• Performs month end close processes and journal entries
• Makes sound decisions based upon independent analysis and experience
• Assists in annual audits
• Prepares bank reconciliations
• Utilizes spreadsheet and manufacturing software applications to create useful financial reports
• Perform weekly Accounts Payable check run and prepare wire transfers
  1. Prepare monthly Japanese Payroll schedule and wire transfer
  2. Monitor Japanese Yen bank balance and coordinate purchase when required
• Performs special projects and other duties, as assigned by the Controller
• Processes weekly payroll for hourly workers according to union contract guidelines. Paycom experience a plus         
  1. Enter labor charges into Visual
  2. Track hourly PTO time
  3. Maintain and run reports required by union contract
  4. Process union dues check