Accountant

Accountant

Do you love engaging in financial information? Do you have a knack for managing accounting services? Then we might have the right job for you! DFASS Group is looking for a well-rounded accountant to join our growing team. You are a trustworthy and detail-oriented accounting professional that efficiently manages, organizes, and analyzes financial accounts. You are a highly proactive team member that enjoys working in a diverse and highly engaged workplace.

Who we are

The DFASS Group is a world-class leader in retail options for travelers and travel-related audiences. We specialize in helping consumers and businesses access the enticing world of Duty Free retail, with a dynamic spectrum of services including:

• On Board Duty Free Shopping
• Buy On Board (BOB) Services
• On Board Pouring
• Airport Retailing
• Shop on the Go Online retailing

Our team

Founded by Chairman and CEO Bernard “Benny” Klepach in 1987, the DFASS Group, has spent more than 26 years delivering on our global reputation as the world’s largest in-flight Duty Free specialty retailer. Today’s DFASS Group is led by a team of 600 full-time employees, operating in five continents through a worldwide network of 120 packing and fulfillment stations

What you’ll do

• Maintains the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records all of Divisional transactions; reviews entries to the general and subsidiary ledgers to assure accuracy and compliance with the Company’s and established accounting principles; assists Data Integrity with changes to chart of accounts.
• Responsible for monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger including preparation of journal entries.
• Assists, prepares and reviews monthly journal entries, consolidating entries and month-end analyses in the area of revenue and expense recognition, accruals and fixed assets.
• Enter journal entries and maintain proper supporting documentation.
• Prepares all Balance Sheet reconciliations and maintains files of supporting documentation.
• Prepares ad hoc financial information requests and analysis as required.
• Works with other departments and Divisions within DFASS Group, promoting strong relationships between department members such as Supply Chain, Sales, Financial Planning and Analysis and Accounting both at the Corporate Office and other DFASS locations.
• Ensures that monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts have been completed; verifies accuracy of bank statements and resolve questions or problems.
• Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identifies and brings to the attention of department management internal controls deficiencies.
• Maintains fixed asset records and control; determines depreciation terms/rates to apply to capitalized items.
• Assists the Controller in coordinating the year-end financial audit and preparing schedules and documents for independent (third-party) auditors.
• Stays current with developments, practice trends, and promulgations in the accounting profession; monitors accounting systems and recommends new or revised policies and procedures.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 4+ years of experience in accounting or related field
• Must possess excellent skills for analyzing trends and documenting variances
• Must be knowledgeable of automated accounting software systems (AX, ACCPAC preferred but not required)
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills – ability to follow-up effectively with all levels within the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with reconciliations and journal entries
• Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish (preferred)

What we offer

• Medical Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance – (Vision 100% employer paid)
• Life Insurance (100% employer paid)
• Short Term and Long Term Disability leave (100% employer paid)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits and Health Saving Account

What you get

This dynamic position will offer you the opportunity to work alongside team of consummate finance professionals and provide you with exposure to an evolving and growing global company with opportunity for growth and career advancement.

Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Please click “apply” to submit a resume.

Job Type: Full-time