Accountant I

**Position Summary**

The Accountant I is responsible for preparing standard and specialized financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, performing a variety of accounting functions, such as calculating and/or verifying amounts, posting transactions to accounts, and performing moderately complex financial analyses to summarize current and projected company financial position.
- Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time._

**Key Position Responsibilities**
- Bank reconciliation
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions related to less complex accounts
- Withhold tax accounts reconciliation
- Assist in the monthly close of the company’s financial statements
- Document accounting and control procedures
- Assist in financial analysis, budget preparation and analysis as well as monthly department reporting
- Work with other departments to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
- Provide supporting documentation and analytical information for all external audits.
- Assist in special projects as needed
- Acts with integrity and demonstrates ethical behavior in all matters with all stakeholders
- Takes full responsibility for ensuring internal and external customer satisfaction
- Demonstrates initiative, drive and determination to achieve results, success and growth
- Maintains a high level of energy, enthusiasm, engagement and commitment to action
- Develops trust and models open, candid, respectful communication and collaborative teamwork
- Demonstrates a high degree of self-awareness and commitment to personal development and learning

**Minimum Position Qualifications**
- BS in Accounting or Finance; CPA desired
- At least 2 years of overall accounting experience; knowledge of accounting processes and procedures.
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills in dealing with internal and external customers
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work in a structured environment
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information and records with a high degree of discretion, diligence and good judgment
- Minimal travel required to Sovos locations and events
- 2 years of ERP user knowledge
- Essential Job Functions:

- Interact effectively with teammates, colleagues and customers
- Comprehend and communicate complex concepts
- Concentrate, analyze and resolve complex problems