Accountant

Accountant

Location: Hartford, CT

Job Description:

· Assists in the preparation of monthly balance sheets and income statements; prepares journal entries as needed.

· Assists in maintaining the general ledger.

· Assists Controller as needed and directed.

· Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and participates in the monthly close, specifically monthly invoice accruals; prepares related journal entries.

· Verifies and reconciles payment of invoices associated with accounts payable vendor statements.

· As needed, provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents.

· Assists in management of the purchasing and invoicing system (or, Monitors Purchase Order System to ensure process, accuracy & timeliness).

· Apply for credit with new vendors and ensure vendor data is maintained.

· Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.