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JDM Partners– General Cash Accountant:
Job Summary
Under general supervision, this position will have a primary focus on cash accounting and an ideal candidate will possess a general knowledge of fund accounting. The individual will be responsible for managing daily cash transactions, maintaining cash balances, account reconciliation and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
JDM Partners staff supports compliance-related items by:
- Following internal procedures and external regulations.
- Bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
- Working collaboratively in all facets of the position to meet position requirements and support Company goals.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
JDM Partners staff will support the Company’s vision and role model the core values and behaviors by:
- Cultivating a positive work environment.
- Being efficient with time at work.
- Communicating effectively.
- Being flexible.
- Maintain integrity in all conversations and actions.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are essential to the employee’s position.
- Accurately record all cash receipts, disbursements and transfers in the accounting system.
- Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts to ensure cash is accurately and completely stated on a timely basis.
- Monitors and manages daily cash balances to meet operational needs. May prepare cash flow projections and forecasts to anticipate future cash needs.
- Handles and reconciles petty cash funds.
- Maintains a functional understanding of relevant generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (US GAAP).
- Prepares monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Assist in preparing quarterly fund consolidated financial statements.
- Processes and manages follow-up systems and document retention (paper and electronic) for those items related to the operating, audit and financial reporting cycles.
- Perform various administrative duties (including but not limited to organizing all documents, payables, etc. (E-File), scanning, filing and copying)
- Performs all other related duties, as assigned.
Education and/or Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Accounting, Finance or related field) plus two (2) to four (4) years related accounting experience. CPA eligibility is preferred with a desire to obtain credentials.
Skills and Abilities
- Performs all duties in compliance with internal procedures and external regulations. Is responsible for bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
- Is expected to be competent in the application of standard procedures and requirements to routine transactions, to raise questions about unusual or questionable items, and to make suggestions.
- Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
- Ability to obtain necessary information and respond to questions in a timely manner.
- Excellent follow-through skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and well-organized. Highly accurate.
- Professional appearance.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
- Must be team oriented but able to work independently as well.
- Ability to maintain up-to-date proficiency in technology related to financial workflows and reporting.
Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office including advanced Excel Skills (vlookups, pivot tables, eg)
- Proficient in accounting, business, and financial management software. Yardi experience preferred.
- Must be proficient in accounting, business, and financial management software.
Questions on the opportunity can be sent to Deb Krutz, JDM Partners Human Resources at [email protected] or 602.577.7502
Hillstone Restaurant Group – Accountant:
Hillstone Restaurant Group Phoenix, Arizona, United States (On-site)
Hillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of restaurants with locations in destination cities across the country including Houston’s, Gulfstream, Honor Bar, and R+D Kitchen. Since 1977, Hillstone has created restaurants with inspired settings, graceful service, and delicious cuisine. More recently, we have added several boutique retail locations alongside our restaurants.
Supporting our restaurants is an office team that prides themselves in demonstrating the same teamwork, positive attitude, and aim to please approach as found in the restaurants.
Our Accounting team is a tenured group looking to add a new position in our Phoenix office. For us, it’s more about finding the right talent for our small, unique culture, and organic structure and creating the role around that! Title and compensation are dependent on the applicant’s experience and background; preferred experience of 5-8 years in financial accounting. This candidate should possess these characteristics:
Uncompromising commitment to quality and excellence delivered on a continuous and consistent basis Interest in the restaurant and hospitality industry; possessing a customer service attitude Naturally curious and interested beyond their core role Looking for longevity in a career with a position that organically grows with the organization.
-Highly organized and able to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously as well as redirect priority based on needs of others
-Self-directed and a problem solver
-High level of emotional intelligence with the ability to effectively communicate in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
Each of our Accountants is involved in:
-Hands-on day-to-day accounting operations
-Preparation of the Consolidated financial statements
-P&L projections, review, and analysis by location
-Accounting liaison with the restaurant management teams
-Monthly general ledger account reconciliations
-Ongoing project management and process improvement/implementation
-Weekly/monthly financial reporting preparation
Requirements/preferences include:
-Bachelor’s or Master of Accountancy degree required
-CPA or MBA preferred
-Strong use of Excel required; able and willing to use technology to improve processes for efficiency while maintaining accuracy
-Background in relevant areas or public accounting is preferred, including good working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
-Benefits include medical and dental insurance, complimentary meals in all of our restaurants, and in-office lunches.
Cable One – Internal Audit Associate:
Cable One currently seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join their Internal Audit Team starting in June. The link where students can apply: https://cableone.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Cable_One_External_Careers/job/Associate-Internal-Auditor—Intern_R-103898
Job Description:
At Cable One family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.
Cable One is looking for Accounting professionals to join the Internal Audit (IA) Department’s seasonal (i.e., May through Aug 2024) Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance team. This is an entry level position and candidates that successfully complete the seasonal period will be eligible for full time opportunities within IA or other departments within Cable One. As an Internal Audit associate, you will gain valuable hands-on experience by completing assigned tasks that will build both technical skills and business knowledge. This is a Hybrid Onsite/Offsite position based in Phoenix, AZ or Bluffton, SC.
What you will do to contribute to the company’s success
- Support the Internal Audit Department by participating in the SOX 404 compliance processes, including process documentation, control design, and operating effectiveness testing with a focus on financial accounting/business process and information technology general controls (ITGCs).
- Develop an understanding of key business processes to be audited and use business knowledge, analytical skills, and experience in identifying findings and improvements.
- Document test results in work papers, audit reports and related documentation, and correspondence in accordance with Department standards.
Qualifications
- Recent graduates or students working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited four-year college or university.
- Interest in or completion of auditing courses.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Proficiency building Excel spreadsheets or general knowledge of scripting/coding.
- Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams and produce time sensitive deliverables.
