Financial Accountant Job Description

A financial accountant is someone who prepares and interprets financial statements for a company or an individual.

Financial accountants prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

They also examine a company’s books and records, such as payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, as well as prepare and review financial statements.

Financial accountants are responsible for ensuring that a company’s financial records and reports are accurate and complete.

Some financial accountants may make suggestions on ways to improve a company’s accounting processes and internal controls.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Financial Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting and finance, and will be able to hit the ground running in our fast-paced environment. If you’re a self-starter with a passion for numbers, then we want to hear from you!

Financial Accountant Duties:

• Maintain financial records for assigned clients and ensure that monthly financial reports are complete and accurate
• Maintain all financial records of accounts
• Maintain all ledger records
• Maintain accounts payable and receivable
• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding all payments
• Analyze financial statements for variances and outliers
• Resolve any accounting issues
• Provide support for business proposals and projects
• Maintain all records and reports for assigned clients

Financial Accountant Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain all financial, general ledger, and payroll records
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and other payment documents
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Manage monthly reconciliations for accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and other financial accounts
• Make sales tax and income tax payments
• Prepare financial reports, including monthly performance reports and quarterly budgets
• Assist with regulatory filings, tax filings, and audits
• Maintain asset and liability records and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Monitor and analyze performance of financial departments

Requirements And Skills:

• Proven experience in accounting for construction projects
• Strong planning, analytical, and evaluative skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proven ability to prioritize projects and meet critical deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of construction terminology, cost accounting, financial analysis, and accounting

[Company Name] is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all types of people, of all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.