ACCOUNTANT at Crowley Personnel LLC in Jacksonville, Florida

Job Description:

Our People
Crowley is a privately-owned marine, transportation and logistics company providing worldwide solutions since 1892. We have over 6,000 high-performing team members in 34 countries and Caribbean territories, who are diverse, encouraged and deliver on their commitments. We are Crowley, the people who know.

The Crowley Way
We believe in and celebrate the power of collaboration between people with diverse backgrounds and experiences who share their differences and are driven to achieve business and personal goals. We support the development of our high-performers and are committed to guiding them every step of the way.

SUMMARY: Responsible for performing professional level accounting duties according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and conducts comprehensive studies to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of a department or business unit/segment. Performs statistical, cost and financial analysis of financial reports and data, and prepares summaries for management. Recommends cost improvement measures. Interprets data to determine past financial performance and/or to project financial probability. Reviews costs and performs cost/benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs. Develops financial reports to determine forecasts, trends and results. May assist with general ledger maintenance activities. May assist in the development, enhancement and implementation of policies and procedures.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or a related field; or a combination of post high school and equal experience may be substituted for education.

EXPERIENCE: 3 - 5 years of experience in a progressively responsible accounting role.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook and Excel in addition to advanced proficiency with accounting systems, such as Lawson.

COMPETENCIES: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously. Ability to perform accurately in a detail oriented environment. Ability to compile, review, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Knowledge of basic accounting principles such as payables, receivables and accruals. Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to finance and accounting. Knowledge of contract negotiation and administration as well as the ability to execute contracts in compliance with corporate guidelines. Knowledge of purchasing, procurement, budgeting and administrative management.

OTHER: Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant is preferred.

JOB SCOPE: Position impacts a single business unit/segment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. Extended use of a computer keyboard, viewing of a computer monitor and the ability to sit for long periods of time.