Staff Accountant 1st Shift ajc

Specific Responsibilities:

* Plan, organize and direct all accounting activities for a stand-alone business as well as a region within the metal recycling business.

* Manage day to day operations of existing cost accounting functions.

* Assist with performance of monthly close activities.

* Monitor metrics and tracking system for major cost drivers.

* Prepare monthly analysis of cost of goods sold and operational expenses, providing explanations and business solutions to help mitigate risks.

* Identify, investigate, and analyze potential financial and operational improvements.

* Stringently monitor inventory and fixed assets.

* Prepare capital request summaries/cost justifications.

* Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts.

* Assist with annual inventory observations.

* Prepare sales and use tax returns for all entities.

* Prepare annual 1099 forms for all entities.

Education and Experience Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting with an excellent academic record.

* Three to five years of experience in accounting including financial analysis experience.

* CPA or MBA preferred.

* Strong analytical skills.

* Preferred experience with percentage of completion and job costing.

* Ability to collaborate cross functionally.

* Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

* Annual travel requirement approximately 5-10%.