Accountant-Bookkeeper

Job DetailsJob Location: 953 WY 51 Suite 2-D - Madison, MS 39110Position Type: Full TimeOVERVIEW:  The Accountant/Bookkeeper is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations associated with CLUB4 Fitness (both existing entities as well as new CLUB development) and The Club at Township, and also for both cash and risk management. The scope of the Accountant/Bookkeeper’s responsibilities include support to external CPA resources in producing periodic financial reports, building and maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, oversight of semi-monthly payroll processing, and maintaining constant oversight of all payables, scheduling payments against schedule of expenses such as payroll deposits, loan payments, credit card purchasing, utilities at all CLUB facilities, and membership draft collection.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or ability required.   Management Maintains and enforces a documented system of accounting policies and procedures Coordinate with and act as internal Accounting liaison with all outsourced accounting functions Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives Transactions Ensure that accounts payable are paid in a timely manner Ensure that all reasonable discounts are taken on accounts payable Ensure that accounts receivable are collected promptly Process payroll in a timely and accurate manner Ensure that periodic bank reconciliations are completed Ensure that required debt payments are made on a timely basis Maintain the chart of accounts Maintain an orderly accounting filing system Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions Compliance Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit Assist as liaison with external accounting and auditing resources to comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings   ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:  The Accountant/Bookkeeper will report directly to the Accounting Director but will act as a resource, liaison, and facilitator between all CLUB4 Fitness executives, Operations senior leadership, Field operators and Managers, as well as Corporate leaders and business office personnel, and external accounting resources. QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Knowledge, skills & abilities: Proven track record as capable of coordinating workflow in an accounting department Experience with multi-facility organizations is a must Strong written and verbal communication skills and negotiation skills are required. Must be a strong communicator across all mediums Ability to be a self-starter and demonstrated leadership ability. Ability to work in both a team environment and independently. Detail orientation and focus with strong problem-solving skills. Strong time management skills, ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a rapidly changing environment. Incredibly responsive and adaptable with strong intuitive abilities. Strong project management skills with analytical capabilities. Strong computer skills (Google docs, Microsoft Office Suite) required.   2) Minimum certifications/educational level: Two-year degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience, is required; a four-year degree is preferred 3+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation Previous experience supporting a organization in ‘growth mode’, preferred Reasonable accommodations may be possible to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.