Senior Accountant
1 day ago
Little Rock
Job Description Reports to: Controller Company/Entity Name: CalArk, Inc. Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Department: Accounting Job Type: Full-Time/Salaried (Exempt) Salary Range: Based on Experience Job Overview: The Senior Accountant is a full-time position with typical hours on Monday-Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. This is a 100% in-person position based in Little Rock, AR. Essential Functions: • Process payroll for bi-weekly employees., • Enter new hires’ information into the payroll system so they can clock in, accrue the proper amount of PTO, and be paid accordingly., • Monitor and analyze expenses., • Maintain the general ledger, including posting journal entries, accruals, and monthly reconciliations., • Assist with budgeting and forecasting for operations and administrative expenses., • Prepare cash flow reports., • Provide schedules and documentation for internal and external audits., • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve internal controls, and enhance reporting accuracy., • Prepares, reviews, and analyzes monthly financial statements., • Ensure day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, credit card transactions, and payroll are recorded properly., • Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition., • Monitor cash and investment balances and perform cash flow forecasting., • Ensure all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws and regulations., • Communicate regularly with the Controller to assist with any issues as needed. · Working safely is a top Company business objective. Each employee must comply with the safety policies and rules established by the Company or by federal, state, and local occupational health and safety laws. · Regular and reliable physical attendance. · Proficiently able to exchange information both verbally and in writing. · Refrains from gossiping or other unprofessional conduct. · Excellent attention to detail. · Completes daily tasks and projects unassisted or with minimal supervision. · Works in accordance with Federal, State, and Local requirements. · Effectively operates standard office equipment e.g., computer (software programs and email), telephone systems, calculators, and copiers.) · Proficiently utilizes computer skills with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel. · Must be able to quickly learn and comprehend new software that may be used daily. • Possesses the ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization, as well as external vendors, customers, and other business contacts., • Ability to read materials and identify relevant details, judge accuracy, and appropriateness., • Demonstrates and promotes a spirit of cooperation and teamwork throughout the company., • Continually looks for ways to improve company processes., • Effectively assists and serves other CalArk associates., • Continually strives to improve personal performance., • Takes an active role in seeking training or other opportunities for growth and development., • Maintains and protects confidential personnel and/or corporate information., • Possesses excellent problem-solving skills; ability to easily analyze, observe, and prioritize., • Ability to seamlessly switch between multiple tasks in a high-volume, fast-paced environment., • Ability to regularly lift up to 20 pounds., • Previous experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar role., • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping., • Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices., • Excellent organizational and time management skills., • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. · Competitive pay. · CalArk pays a portion of employees’ health insurance. · CalArk offers additional Voluntary Benefits including dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness, cancer, accident, and life insurance. • Six (6) paid holidays per year., • Accrued PTO (Paid Time Off) after the first full month of employment., • 401(k) retirement plan with a CalArk match. CalArk is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic or factor protected by applicable law. Company DescriptionCalArk was founded on the principle that growth and success would happen through honesty, integrity and a never-ending commitment to customer satisfaction. After 40 years, our customer pledge remains the same: to provide each of our clients superior service that's guided by the highest ethical standards. What makes CalArk unique is its family atmosphere, rich in friendship and appreciation that has grown with our success and innovation and led to a low employee turnover rate. We believe the reason for this driver-oriented, family-friendly environment started at the moment we did, because our founder was a driver himself. Tom Bartholomew started CalArk in 1972 with three trucks, and his door remains open when he's in the office.CalArk was founded on the principle that growth and success would happen through honesty, integrity and a never-ending commitment to customer satisfaction. After 40 years, our customer pledge remains the same: to provide each of our clients superior service that's guided by the highest ethical standards. What makes CalArk unique is its family atmosphere, rich in friendship and appreciation that has grown with our success and innovation and led to a low employee turnover rate. We believe the reason for this driver-oriented, family-friendly environment started at the moment we did, because our founder was a driver himself. Tom Bartholomew started CalArk in 1972 with three trucks, and his door remains open when he's in the office.