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General accountant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in general accountant job postings.
Sample general accountant requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  • At least 5 years of experience in accounting
  • Proficiency in accounting software, such as QuickBooks
  • Advanced knowledge of taxation regulations and accounting standards
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Sample required general accountant soft skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Aptitude for problem solving and decision making

General accountant job description example 1

Automobile Club Of Missouri Inc general accountant job description

Prepare and understand recurring and non-recurring journal entries, research and resolve reporting errors or discrepancies timely.Perform monthly analysis of expense and revenue variances to budget.Perform monthly reconciliations timely and accurately. Investigate and resolve reconciling items.Perform other month end duties and assist in the preparation of financial reports and data required on a timely basis.Prepare quarterly cost allocation studies Assist in identifying and documenting processes and procedures.Work cross-functionally with other team members to gain understanding of business and data requirements to ensure general ledger balances are correct, transactions are classified properly and reported accurately.Perform ad hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.Process payments to vendors timely Assist management in ad hoc projects
QUALIFICATIONS:
1-2 years of progressive and relevant accounting experience.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and with different departments within the organization.Experience working in a fast paced and heavy deadline driven environment Oracle and Hyperion experience preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
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Remarkable benefits:• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision• 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension• Tuition assistance• PTO for community volunteer programs• Wellness program• Employee discounts

The Automobile Club of Southern California is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation. We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity - we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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General accountant job description example 2

Pyramid Hotel Group general accountant job description

About Us

Pyramid Hotel Group, established in 1999, is a Boston based privately owned full service hotel and resort management company with a portfolio of properties in the United States, Caribbean and Europe. We provide a wide range of services including hotel management, asset management, project management and lender/receivership services. The company currently operates and asset manages over 130 hotels, across all major brands, with more than 12,000 team members.

In 2021, Pyramid partnered with Benchmark Resorts and Hotels to add an additional 59 Managed or Asset Managed Resorts and over 10,000 team members. The two companies share the same company culture, values and philosophies. We are growing and Opportunities abound!

What really sets Pyramid apart from its competitors is our reputation as an employer. Professional growth is not just possible throughout the company but planned and encouraged. The Leadership Team at Pyramid consider team member development its first priority, understanding that success is only achieved in a workplace where every contributor is respected and recognized. This is why we deliver superior results.

There is opportunity to work directly with senior leaders, experience stretch assignments and learn hospitality management from industry giants. You will come to know a distinctive people centric culture that is at the core of all we do. The decisions we make and the paths we take are bound by a commitment to our Owners, Associates, Customers and the Communities where we work. We attract the most talented associates in the industry, and actively encourage candidates with a “hospitality spirit” who may be thinking about a career change to join our team.

Please explore this site to learn more about all open positions throughout the organization, including our Corporate Offices. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Description

Are you looking for a fast-paced opportunity at a rapidly growing company? You are in luck! Due to our recent expansion, we are looking to hire a dynamic and driven General Accountant to manage general ledger and accounting tasks. Are you engaged in continuous improvement of the work culture and strive by exceeding result-oriented goals? If so, this job may be the right place for you!

SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for all daily accounting tasks. You will create financial transactions and post them in the general ledger and must have strong attention to detail. You will also carry out relevant administrative duties (e.g. responding to clients via email and handling invoices). Making sure the accounting functions are carried out in a timely and accurate manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Included, but not limited to, are the following: other duties may be assigned.

  1. Maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
  1. Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly accounting postings & deadlines across multiple hotel properties
  1. General Ledger maintenance and reconciliations.
  1. Maintain and secure assets, minimizing outstanding receivables and investments inventories.
  1. Analyze transactions with internal stakeholders
  1. Conduct month-end and year-end closures
  1. Prepare documents for audits
  1. Apply new accounting policies and ensure compliance with rules and regulations
  1. Report to the Assistant Controller and work to improve financial processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates degree in accounting and/or 2 years of accounting experience.

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General accountant job description example 3

Delek US Holdings general accountant job description

Delek US Holdings, Inc. is a diversified downstream energy company with assets in petroleum refining, logistics, asphalt, renewable fuels and convenience store retailing. We are hiring for the position of Sr. General Accountant located in our Brentwood, Tennessee corporate office.

The Sr. General Accountant performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements and capital expenditure schedules. Prepares, records, analyzes and reports accounting transactions and ensures the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles. Provides financial support, including forecasting, budgeting and analyzing variations from budget. Analyzes and prepares statutory accounts, financial statements and reports. Conducts or assists in the documentation of accounting projects.

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Role & Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the accounting related to assigned areas of corporate accounting, ensuring transactions and balances are properly recorded in the general ledger system are accurate and adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and company policy.
  • Proactively identify, research, and resolve accounting issues during the month end close.
  • Assist the Accounting Leadership with developing internal customer relations with all Departments across all subsidiaries along with any related accounting and third party relationships to ensure that all Business and Corporate functions are accurately and timely supported with financial information requests
  • Prepare and or review general journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations
  • Prepare and document performance of assigned controls.


Required Qualifications - Education, Skills & Experience :
  • At least 2 years of related experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience


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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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