Operations Accounting Specialist

Interstate Batteries • Dallas, TX

2d

About The Position

Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch. be your best self At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us! Purpose of Job: The Financial Advisor II assembles, reviews, and distributes monthly financial statements to Company owned distributors; also analyzes and consults on the meaning and significance of financial statements. This role requires an understanding of financial statements, an analytical mindset, and the ability to effectively communicate with both operations and finance teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or 5 years of related Accounting experience
• A minimum of one year of Financial Reporting experience (Income Statements, Financial Statements, etc.)
• A minimum of 2 years general accounting/bookkeeping experience preferably in distribution industry.
• Strong personal computer skills including experience with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently but capable of working in a team environment as well.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, telephone, explanation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Well organized, high degree of accuracy and very detail oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks on a regular basis, accustomed to tight deadlines and able to juggle multiple projects.
• Ability to use best practices and learn from others.

Nice To Haves

• SAP general ledger experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements (60%) Assemble and analyze the monthly financial statements for Company owned distributors in an accurate and timely manner.
• Closely analyze financial statements for accuracy prior to submitting for review.
• Report and monitor financial results of Company owned operations to local management
• Perform detailed variance analysis against prior year and annual operating plan (AOP).
• Provide Distributors with feedback regarding the significant elements of the financial statements in order to enable the Distributors to make informed management decisions (i.e. improve profitability).
• Provide financial insights to Operations Finance Team Provide internal customers (i.e. Interstate Ops, Credit Department, Distributor Development) with pertinent financial information about Company owned distributorships.
• Synthesize and communicate results upward to the Accounting Manager and Operations Finance Team.
• Participate in special projects to improve the processes and procedures of the Department (i.e. Continuous Improvement, Process Mapping, Consistency, System Issues).

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, company supported wellness program, onsite fitness center
• Wide range of professional development opportunities, training, resources and tools
• Competitive pay and bonus structure, saving and investment options that help you reach your financial goals and plan for your future benefits vary by office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees