Staff Accountant at MORRIS GROUP INC. in windsor, Connecticut

Job Description:

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Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufactures maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Summary of Responsibility:

We are seeking a highly motivated, diligent Staff Accountant to perform daily accounting tasks that will support our Okuma Tower financial team. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner with excellent written and verbal communication skills, have strong attention to detail. The person will have the ability to multi-task and work both independently and in a team environment.

What You Will Contribute:

The accountant responsibilities will include, but are not limited to daily cash reconciliation, intercompany transactions, sales tax filings, month end close and other general accounting tasks. Prepare and maintain proper support and audit trail for all journal entries, all account reconciliations, and financial statements

• Assist in handling company's cash management process, reconcile and record daily banking transactions and cash balances
• Perform and support monthly and annual close related activities in a timely manner
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, financial packages, and analysis
• Assist the financial staff with various spreadsheet reconciliations and reports during month end close
• Maintain appropriate internal controls
• Prepare Sales Tax Returns and assist in Sales Tax Audit


• Provide support during annual audits and ensure all financial information is accurate and up-to-date

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific lists of responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Understanding of and the ability to implement generally accepted accounting principles
• 2-4 years' work experience in an accounting environment
• Experience with ERP accounting systems (Microsoft D365 a plus)
• Strong technical and Microsoft Office skills, including advanced excel skills
• Extremely organized and excellent time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What's in it for You:

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

Mental and physical requirements:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to optimally perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities and projects.
• Must be able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs.
• Is frequently required to use hands to finger and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Requisition ID#: 1093B

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