Senior Accountant

Company: Covetrus
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: October 18, 2020

Job Description:

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Summary:

Perform accounting functions within a small business accounting department with responsibility for monthly dues billings, specialized billings, receiving and applying payments to accounts receivable, preparing monthly reports, analyzing monthly reports, performing collection calls as needed. Corresponds and communicate with interested parties regarding disputed charges, correcting any identified issues. Prepare accounts payable payments, receive, review, and obtain approval to pay invoices. Act as a key contact to internal and external customers regarding the rebate program, maintain third party site for rebate distribution, process payroll as needed.

Job Description:

Oversee Centralized Billing, AR Application and Reports Distribution for Vendor and Other Third-Party Programs

* Reviews all incoming invoice requests, ensuring compliance with SOPs

* Maintains QuickBooks system with appropriate billing items, account codes, and other information

* Applies all incoming payments and adjustments in QuickBooks

* Produces monthly reports summarizing aging results and summary journal entries to record revenue

* Performs member revenue audit on a monthly basis, investigating and resolving any identified discrepancies

* Assists Area Managers with the collection of outstanding receivables by providing regular aging reports and past-due vendor notices

Process Expense Disbursements

* Reviews all invoices/credits, ensuring they contain the proper approvals consistent with Company policy

* Obtains appropriate level of approval for all invoices/credits/disbursements

* Processes expense invoices accurately and timely and maintains underlying files and support

* Processes recurring lease payments, obtaining approvals where necessary, updating changes, and processing monthly payments

* Matches remittances and checks for distribution

* Corresponds with vendors and corporate personnel regarding outstanding invoices, questionable or misapplied charges, or any other expense-related issue; resolves issues in accordance with Company policy

* Maintains paid items files in an organized manner

* Supports annual 1099 information reporting requirements

* Matches Capital Expenditure approval form to related invoices ensuring that approved amounts are not exceeded

Rebate Liaison

* Identifies issues/opportunities as the business changes and presents recommended action based on analysis

* Functions as subject matter expert in preparing presentations for Sales/Executive leadership

* Assists with management of customer facing rebate program within the internal operating system to ensure accurate program tracking.

* Assist in development accurate and timely accruals for expected payments.

* Partners with internal stakeholders to understand the overall business, develops annual inclusion/exclusions from ongoing rebate programs.

* Works with internal/external stakeholders to ensure differences/adjustments are resolved promptly.

General Ledger Accounting

* Analyzes and reconciles general ledger accounts as assigned

* Ensures support for accrual and prepaid amounts are sufficient for audit purposes

* Assists in maintaining internal controls and segregation of duties in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley

* Works in tandem with other team members to ensure timely and accurate month end, quarter end and annual financial closings

* Prepares analysis and reconciliations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles

* Participates in monthly reviews

* Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

* Bachelor's Degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

* Minimum two years of progressively responsible financial accounting experience

* Strong knowledge of computerized accounting systems, personal computers and Microsoft Office Software.

* Strong technical accounting skills

* Working knowledge of accounting standards and principles

* Strong people skills

* Customer service oriented

* Ability to work as part of a team and independently

* Ability to meet deadlines in fast paced environment

* Strong analytical skills for researching and identifying discrepancies, reviewing others work and applying accounting guidance

* Detail oriented, accurate and organized

* Proven ability to meet or exceed deadlines

* Demonstrated proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, V-lookup)

* Strong knowledge of data bases and data base management

* CPA designation a plus

Benefits:

The company offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with a generous company match, company paid life insurance and AD&D coverage, educational assistance, and much more!

PSIvet is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. .

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