Cost Accountant jobs in Lebanon, PA

The Accountant position offers diverse accounting related job responsibilities. The desired candidate will embrace a team concept when completing assigned tasks along with a strong commitment to do whatever is necessary to perform high quality work, meet deadlines and complete assigned tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•              Execute month-end closings and prepare and post general ledger journal entries within the established closing schedule.
  
•              Perform general ledger account analysis and prepare monthly reconciliation schedules
  
•              Assist in preparation of financial reports and analysis
  
•              Ensure internal controls are maintained to safeguard the financial assets of the company
  
•              Performs Inventory accounting and assists with physical inventory activities as required
  
•              Prepare governmental and industry census reports
  
•              Complies with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and requirements and assist with documentation requests related to external and internal audits.
  
•              Maintains organized accounting records in accordance with the records retention policy
  
•              Maintains leases in system and assists with IFRS Lease Accounting
  
•              Develops and maintains process and procedure documentation for all activities within scope of responsibility
  
•              Continuously strives to improve and streamline processes by identifying and communicating deficiencies and opportunities, and suggesting improvements to management
  
•              Maintains professional demeanor in dealing with critical/confidential information; restricts discussion/knowledge of activity to a “need to know” basis.
  
•              Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required
  
•              Assist and support other team members and functional departments with analysis and special projects as needed.
  

Requirements

•              Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  
•              Minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred
  

Qualifications

•              Proficient in MS Office suite, particularly looking for strong Excel skills
  
•              Ability to respond to stressful situations, co-workers and customers in a professional, courteous manner.
  
•              Detailed oriented with strong organizational skills
  
•              Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company
  
•              Ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
  
•              Work effectively in a team environment or independently
  
•              Proficient with computerized financial systems and various financial software applications,
  
•              Proficient in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
  
•              Practice safe work habits (Safety First in Everything We Do)
  
•              Must be willing to travel to production sites or other CRH offices when required (5% or less).
  
•              Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.