Accountant, Staff

SUMMARY

Responsible for the administration and continued development and of DSSA, Inc.'s Accounting programs to ensure compliance with Federal, State and Global regulation. Emphasis of this position includes knowledge and application of SOX and J-SOX compliance activities and maintaining current knowledge of all applicable laws and regulations. Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with Daicel business associates. Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and prepare accurate financial reports and records of the company which include but are not limited to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable assignments.
• Prepare accurate monthly journal entries and account reconciliations including inventory balances to perpetual records, etc.
• Review the trial balances on a monthly basis for any errors and prepare monthly analysis of past due accounts receivable.
• Review and update the status of delinquent accounts, prepare the proper correspondence, and initiate the necessary collection action according to the established procedures.
• Perform account analysis and prepare accurate account reconciliations.
• Calculate and determine the required reserve balances which may include Bad Debt, Sales Returns and Discounts, etc.
• Interpret and apply GAAP to non-recurring transactions.
• Apply accurate cash receipts to the customer accounts and balances to appropriate deposits.
• Investigate and resolve any vendor billing discrepancies.
• Maintain the fixed assets sub-ledger in FAS software.
• Prepare, examine, or analyze annual 1099 forms.
• Process DSSA, Inc. employee expense reports.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Minimum educational experience requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other closely related field. Minimum experience required of 0 - 4 years in accounting. Experience in a multi-business unit manufacturing environment highly preferred. Bilingual in English / Japanese languages (speaking, reading and writing) and hands on experience utilizing financial software similar to Syspro as well as FAS.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The individual must be able to demonstrate strong understanding of federal regulations related to global accounting applications. Strong financial skills and understanding of SOX and J-SOX regulations required. Project management skills is a plus. Ability to problem solve and work effectively with all levels of employees and management in a team oriented environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) with an emphasis on spreadsheet preparation and a working knowledge of accounting programs. The individual

must have excellent communication skills, organization skills as well as be detail oriented. Must also be able to effectively prioritize the workload. This position also requires the ability to understand all policies, procedures, instructions, rules and regulations associated with this position which are written in English. In addition, the individual must be able to appropriately respond to these and, where needed, provide reports, presentations, information and communications in English and Japanese. Must be available to work a flexible schedule to meet the business needs and demands of Daicel business associates.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to read, comprehend and interpret policies, laws, federal regulations and global regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lighting and temperature as required for an office environment. High level of visual strain occasionally required due to detail attention necessary for confidential reports, high volumes of written documents, and extended computer use. Appropriate safety equipment required in designated areas. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move throughout the facility, traverse within office and production areas, communicate with others, and detect or exchange information or ideas. The employee occasionally is required to perform functions which require the manual operation of general office productivity equipment as well as the ability to place, reach, detect, ascend / descend, and position self to navigate within confined working spaces. The employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. The employee must occasionally move or transport up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close inspection, identification of objects from a distance, color determination, peripheral detection, depth judgment, and the ability to identify details in varying conditions.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.