POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting Specialist is a multifaceted position which is responsible for monthly reporting and projections related to new vehicle sales and general accounting functions. The Accounting Specialist will work alongside other motivated employees to achieve optimum efficiency and excellent customer service, in keeping with the values and vision of Glick Fire Equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Communicate and reinforce the Glick Fire core values and vision statement.
• Project and assert a favorable image and culture with employees, customers, and vendors.
• Demonstrate by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all employees by representing Glick Fire in a professional manner within our company, to the general public, and with other organizations.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with customers and vendors, to encourage repeat and referral business.
• Maintain a professional appearance and behavior.
• Proactively request assistance from manager.
• Report employee issues or commendations to manager.
• Recommend new approaches, processes, and procedures to continually improve the efficiency of all facilities.
• Facilitate problem resolution, both internally with co-workers and externally with vendors and customers.

Essential Duties

• Assist with monthly journal entries.
• Assist with creating and updating monthly reports.
• Assist with accounting functions related to new vehicle sales.
• Assist with updating cash flow and P&L forecasts.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational information. 
• Develop and recommend new approaches, processes, and procedures resulting in sound fiscal management.
• Work collaboratively within the company to advance values of teamwork, innovation, customer service, professional development and meeting challenges.
• Develop respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including a willingness to assist where needed.

General Duties

• Cross-train to provide assistance and backup to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Accounting Manager.
• Demonstrate the ability to work alone and have confidence in decisions.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction, quality work, and a professional appearance.
• Perform other job-related duties within scope of this job classification as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Advanced level of excel skills.
• Precise attention to detail.
• Ability to both drill down and see the big picture.
• Creative, analytical, and efficient skills with respect to creating relevant reports/charts/graphs, pulling data from multiple sources.
• Ability to function both within a team and individually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• A minimum of five or more years in an accounting field is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs -- Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• Trustworthy, self-motivated, detail oriented, adaptable, and multi-tasker traits are essential.
• Must be a self-starter and have a high level of personal drive for success.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with customers and teammates and be fluent in both written and spoken English.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities for this position.