Staff Accountant

Overview

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all.

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Job Summary

The Staff Accountant - General Accounting is responsible for reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, preparing month-end close analyses, and supporting management in preparing quarterly financial statements submitted to Berkshire Hathaway. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks for assigned functions and ensuring that the company is adhering to GAAP and company policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting responsibilities for Sales and Marketing, Fixed Assets, Leases, and General Accounting functions within the Accounting Department
• Prepare account reconciliations and journal entries
• Back-up month-end duties assigned to other Accountants
• Assist in providing follow-up and documentation of significant account variances
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial statements submitted to Berkshire Hathaway
• Contribute to department and organizational special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 1 - 3 years of relevant job experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, proficient in Excel
• Experienced in SAP a plus
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work in a team-based, continuous improvement environment
• Expected travel up to 5% in US and Canada, no extended projects. Weekend work as needed
• Strong customer focus, dedicated to meeting expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders
• Seen as a team player who encourages collaboration and quickly gains the trust and support of peers. Finds common ground and solves problems for the benefit of all
• Manage multiple tasks and projects with the ability to prioritize and respond quickly to ad-hoc stakeholder requests based on shifting priorities
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve issues related to daily work by applying knowledge of policies, procedures, and internal processes
• Ability to drive results to complete goals successfully
• Align and operate within the company's core ethics and values