Job Description

Gowan Group is seeking an Accountant to Foster cross-departmental collaboration for accurate financial data, drive ongoing process improvement, and ensure compliance by preparing and submitting timely financial reports, statements, and tax returns. The Accountant will support Gowan Milling, Gowan Milling / Blytheville, and Desert Depot.

Duties and Responsbilities:

• Annual budget process as needed and according to schedule.
• Prepare journal entries and departmental allocations; post to JD Edwards Enterprise One.
• Perform daily banking, accounts payable, and accounts receivable transactions, as assigned.
• Detect and resolve issues with AP, AR, Inventory, etc.
• Fixed Assets and CIP control.
• Support accountants with the month-end closing process.
• Perform account reconciliations to maintain integrity of general ledger.
• Provide financial information to external auditors during annual financial audit.
• Support in the preparation of tax-basis financial reports and schedules for Tax Manager.
• Review and recommend improvements to accounting systems and procedures.
• Participate in any duty related with the Finance department required by the company.
• Work hand by hand with the customer accountant team to ensure all the procedures at end of the month.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Accounting, Finance or Engineer
• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree (Accountancy or MBA) and/or CPA preferred

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  Skills:
• Proven experience in accounting principles and practices.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experienced with Microsoft Office programs, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Familiar with electronic accounting systems, preferably JD Edwards Enterprise One.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team player and proactive.
• Problem-solving, conflict management and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated and flexible.
• Tenacity and willingness to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work in office environment at a desk for extended periods using computer.
• Inventory counts when is necessary.
• Light filing and minimal travel.
• Occasional light lift objects may be required.
• Occasional overtime may be required.