General Accountant

Position Summary:  Assists CFO in in preparing and reporting financial statements conforming to principles of accounting and regulatory requirements. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with VG month-end closing and account analysis for all balance sheet accounts  
• Account setup and maintenance
• Financial statement mapping
• Monthly depreciation
• Property tax listing
• Update fixed asset schedule as needed
• Work with auditors related to information need for audits
• Responsible for physical and perpetual inventory
• Responsible for monthly physical inventory for VG consigned goods
• Maintenance of general ledger close monthly and yearly
• Responsible for High Cotton financials and bank reconciliations
• Backup for Assistant Controller
• Completes projects and other duties as assigned by manager

Essential Skills and Experience:

• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Tax, Audit or Finance or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting packages preferably Quickbooks and Profit
• Must be knowledgeable with GL/GAAP/budgets
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to understand and act upon verbal and written instructions. 
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel

Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:

• Knowledgeable in Furniture Manufacturing.
• Professional certification like CPA, CMA, or CFM

Physical demands and work environment:

• Lift / Carry: lift up to 10 lbs. frequently; up to 35 pounds occasionally; more weight requires help or team lifting.
• Standing/Walking/Sitting:  Must be able to sit 8+hours and required to walk/stand throughout shift.
• Reach / Handle:  Frequently required to reach, handle various items.
• Fingering or Manual Dexterity: Position requires frequent use of computer keyboard, mouse, screen and on-line communication.
• Environment:  Indoors, environmentally controlled.
• Vision:   Color determination for quality control and correct material selection.
• Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for
• precision. 
• Attention to Detail: Precise in following company guidelines for best cost solution to resolve customer issues.
• Self-Control: Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Stress Tolerance: Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Time Pressure: Position requires sensitivity to meeting promises, deadlines and timing commitments.