Job Description Staff Accountant (hybrid)
Job Description
The Staff Accountant is a results-oriented team player who can work across the organization to complete financial reporting as well as daily operational financial requirements.
The Staff Accountant will complete daily operational financial functions using accounting rules established by US GAAP, as well as practices and internal controls established by RWDC Industries, LLC.
Ideally, the accountant would have a basic understanding or experience of an ERP system as well as strong knowledge of data management tools including lookups, fills, and pivot tables in excel.
Roles & Responsibilities
Operational
·       Responsible for completing daily activities for accounts receivable, invoicing, prepaids, purchasing cards, payroll, cash, accruals and fixed assets as well as performing General Ledger account reconciliations of the related accounts
·       Aids in the process to improve documentation of Standard Operating Procedures to help train others in current practices as well as to build financial infrastructure as the company grows organically through plant expansions
Financial Reporting
·       Ensures daily activities and month-end responsibilities assigned are complete and accurate
·       Prepares journal entries, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations. Performs analysis of balance sheet accounts, financial relationships, and trends
·       Determines transactional classifications and account codes for transactions to aid in the financial reporting process
·       Monitors and reports account and budget variances. Assists in the development of standards, forecasts, and budgets
·       Assist with the implementation of accounting and other systems for better financial and operational reporting and an improved control environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with Fixed Assets and Consolidations
·       Prepares supporting schedules for auditors and government entities as well as for internal reporting
·       Responds to internal inquiries for financial information
Internal Controls
·       Complies with Corporate Policies and established internal controls
·       Aids in the development of documentation of additional internal controls over financial reporting for both external and internal purposes
·       Updates documentation including process flowcharts, process narratives, risk and controls matrix and evaluate controls as new systems are developed and/or process changes
·       Assists in the implementation of a monitoring program to ensure the ongoing operational effectiveness of key internal controls on a continuous basis
Job Requirements
·       BBA in Accounting/Finance
·       2-3 years of experience in Accounting or related field preferred
·       Independent self-starter
·       Position is based on a 40-hr work week; however, occasional nights and weekends may be required during peak times
Company Description We are a rapidly growing biotechnology company currently expanding research, development and production facilities in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing (yes, replacing) single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.
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