Accountant I Job Details Job Location Corporate Headquarters - St Louis, MO Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Job Shift Administrative Day Time Shift Job Category Finance & Accounting Description The Accountant I position will participate in perform variety of general accounting and reporting duties within Paulo Finance Team. This individual must be a highly motivated self-starter that possesses a working knowledge of GAAP. This position will work closely in the areas of cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, inventory and intercompany and will be responsible for the month-end journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis in these areas as well as other responsibilities assigned. Key Responsibilities: + Participate in the Finance Departments continuous improvement and long-term strategic projects. + Interact collaboratively with other Paulo business functions to identify opportunities to improve internal processes and participate by leading and supporting process improvement projects. + Compile and analyze financial information to prepare month-end closing journal entries, reconciliations and analysis for cash, prepaid expenses, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany accounts. + Prepare and publish various month-end financial reports for review by management. + Maintain accurate fixed asset subledger details and depreciation within JD Edwards ERP system and reconcile monthly. + Assist with preparation and management of the year-end external audit process. + Travel to various Company operating facilities to perform physical inventory counts and fixed asset physicals. + Prepare and file various state sales & use tax returns, real estate & property assessments and other government filings as required. + Assist with establishing, documenting, and coordinating the implementation of various accounting and internal control procedures. + Participate in various internal training and professional development events. + Other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager and Corporate Controller. Qualifications Knowledge: + Bachelors Degree in Accounting or working towards an Accounting Degree or related financial business discipline. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (intermediate Excel user). + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of JD Edwards a plus. License(s)/Certification(s) Required: + Valid drivers license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record in compliance with Paulos Vehicle Use Policy. Competitive Benefits Package: + Medical benefits (including RelyMD Telehealth Visits) + Dental benefits + Group Life Insurance + Voluntary Life Insurance + Vision Insurance + Holiday Pay + Sickness & Accident pay + 401k with employer match and employer contribution up to 5.5% + Employee Referral Bonus & chance to win annual $2,000 drawing! + Employee Assistance Program