The Staff Accountant I is responsible for the general accounting of the warranty programs which includes recording journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and assisting the financial analysts in researching management and auditor questions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain basic understanding of insurance accounting, terminology and assigned warranty programs.
• Complete all standard journal entries to reflect business for warranty programs on a timely basis ensuring adequate support and signatures.
• Complete all assigned account reconciliations on a timely basis ensuring account reconciling items are resolved on a timely basis.
• Timely follow-up with various departments regarding required information to research/ resolve outstanding issues.
• Prepare wire transfer, check requests as needed to support business operations with appropriate approvals.
• Assist in other tasks as assigned such as provide information for audit requests and to financial analysts to answer ad hoc questions on financial results.
• Develop and maintain procedural manual outlining and detailing all of the required tasks of the position.

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting
• 0-3 years general accounting experience or internship preferred
• Experience in JE processing, ledger reconciliations, and general accounting

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, detailed oriented
• Strong technical accounting/problem solving skills
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools including Excel and Word, Experience with Peoplesoft a plus