Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Walton Enterprises

The Tone:
This is a role at Walton Enterprises, available in an office or remote setting. Walton Enterprises is a family-led organization that supports the personal, philanthropic, and business activities for multiple generations of the Walton family. This position is essential for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, performing complex analysis, reconciliations, and preparing accurate financial reporting to support organizational decision-making. The Accountant will collaborate with senior accountants and contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement and strong internal controls.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote/Office-based
• Pay: $78000–$90000 yearly
• Team: Reports within the Accounting Department, collaborating with a team of senior accountants.
• Mission: Manages financial data integrity and provides accurate reporting for management and stakeholders to enable informed decisions.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Business Central, Solver, SharePoint, accounting software.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage the reconciliation of general ledger and bank accounts, ensuring accuracy across various entities.
• Maintain cash balances, oversee payment activity, and forecast cash flow, coordinating with associates for timely payment and high-quality accounting software input.
• Support associates with month-, quarter-, and year-end closing tasks, including assisting in the preparation of comprehensive financial statements and related schedules.
• Provide detailed schedules and analytical information to management and other departments for various finance and accounting projects.
• Analyze current accounting processes and prepare well-researched recommendations to management for process improvement and strengthening internal control systems.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, demonstrating a strong foundation in financial reporting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of work experience in an accounting role within a professional setting, or relevant internship experience, coupled with strong technical skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, as well as general accounting software knowledge.
• Skills: Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Comprehensive Accounting, Accounts Payable Management, and Bank & General Ledger Reconciliation.
• Bonus: Practical experience utilizing specific accounting platforms such as Microsoft Business Central, Solver, and SharePoint.