Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple business units. This is a hands-on, transactional role that will work extensively in Excel to prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support period-end close activities. The position is fully onsite in Dayton, OH, and will collaborate closely with cross-functional finance teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Record financial transactions through journal entries, including amortizations, allocations, and accruals
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with company policies
- Compile, maintain, and analyze financial reports to ensure accurate tracking and allocation of expenses
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Perform variance and fluctuation analysis to identify trends and discrepancies
- Maintain accurate and complete supporting documentation for internal and external audits
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal controls
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline accounting activities
- Support ad-hoc accounting and finance projects as assigned
- Work across four distinct business areas , requiring flexibility and adaptability throughout the workday
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance , or a related field
- OR equivalent relevant professional experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (primary tool used for data organization and journal entry preparation)
- Experience using Google Sheets
- High attention to detail with the ability to work at a transactional level
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, and accountability
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience supporting accounting close cycles
- Experience preparing reconciliations and audit support documentation
- Comfort working in a highly detailed, data-driven accounting environment
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