Sr. Accountant, Business Operations

At Vulcan, our mission is to improve the way people live, learn, do business, and experience the world. Each day our talented and creative employees implement groundbreaking projects in technology, business, the arts, and a host of community-minded endeavors. Our multi-disciplinary teams share a unifying passion for bringing great ideas to life. We strive to create a better, brighter tomorrow.

To find out more about our company and to apply to our open positions, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.vulcan.com.

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Sr. Accountant

Location: Seattle WA

 

This position provides analysis, review and general accounting functions by performing the following duties:
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and other reports to ensure accurate presentation of financial reports and information.
• Review and analyze data from various sources to identify issues and resolve problems associated with projects and department operations, including incurred costs, contractual commitments, budgets and forecast projections.
• Use judgment and strong professional skills to determine the appropriate procedure and process for the preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting.
• Contribute to the annual operating budgeting and forecasting process through analysis and review of operating budget proposals.
• Review and document complex accounting transactions, and provide guidance to less experienced staff on appropriate accounting treatment.
• Direct the preparation of entries to general ledger accounts, often guiding others in the performance of these tasks.
• Perform special projects and respond to the requests of other senior company personnel.
• Prepare and maintain tax schedules and apply basic knowledge of tax rules to assist the tax department in the preparation of tax returns.
• Review contracts, orders, and vouchers for accuracy based on established policies and procedures. Provide direction to accounting staff on the procedures for reviewing documentation.
• Communicate independently with other company personnel and contacts outside the company with limited supervision.
• Develop the key financial metrics necessary for the successful management and reporting of the various business initiatives Vulcan engages in.
• Provide detailed financial and operational analysis for ad hoc projects.
• Provide on-going monitoring, analysis and assessment of Vulcan’s business initiatives to ensure that the investment return potential is being actively pursued.
• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments

Knowledge, experience, skill, and/or ability

Required
• Strong understanding of financial systems and internal controls.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent, or an advanced degree.
• Must be able to perform various work assignments with limited supervision

Required computer skills
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Windows, PowerPoint

Preferred computer skills
• PeopleSoft experience
• Experience with accounting software programs and systems

Education/experience/certifications
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from accredited institution plus a CPA, CFA, CMA or Masters Degree and three plus years relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

To apply to our open positions, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.vulcan.com.