Sr Accountant-River Ops Job In Chesterfield Missouri

The job of a Senior Accountant is to be responsible for all areas of the Accounting processes of measurement, analysis, preparation, and communication of financial results for use by management. Also responsible for the preparation of financial reports for budgeting, strategic planning and all taxing authorities. Responsible for assisting the Controller in developing and maintaining the measures employed to safeguard the assets from waste, fraud, and inefficient use, to promote accuracy and reliability in the accounting records, to encourage compliance with company policies, and to evaluate the efficiency within the department. Recognized as an expert throughout the company. Demonstrates senior level problem solving skills, decision making, and functional area knowledge. Journal entry preparation including revenue recognition and major expense calculations.

Fixed asset accounting including individual operation CEA (Capital Expense Approval) report

Maintain operational and statistical information

Publish preliminary and final financial statements

Prepare variance analysis for review during preliminary close meetings

Compute charter hire payments and ensure payments are made in compliance with contract terms

Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations

Provide the tax department with information requested to prepare the federal and state income tax returns

Prepare any necessary "Prepared by Client" schedules for the annual audit and year end requirements

Maintain current financial and operating reports and create new reports as needed

Provide support as needed for developing/loading the Annual Budget into Epicor

Review monthly vendor change report for documentation and accuracy

Educational Requirements:   Candidates have typically obtained a Bachelor Degree in Accounting.

Experience Requirements:   Typically is achieved with 8 or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Exhibits senior level competencies in General Ledger systems and spreadsheets, client focus and creativity/continuous improvement are required. Demonstrates senior level verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving skills, familiarity with financial software, capacity to absorb and apply industry specific knowledge in a short period of time, and display initiative and ability to complete work within deadlines. Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Excel, Epicor, FRX and FAS.