JOB SUMMARY:

The General Accountant position is responsible for providing general support to the organization including but not limited to accounts payable and the treasury function. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate invoice handling, maintaining detailed records, completing month-end reconciliations, and supporting financial operations through regular reporting. This position will also be tasked with assisting in forecasting accounts payable to assist in cash flow planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process invoices ensuring verification of signatures, accounts, addresses, payment, proper taxation, and payment terms using machine-learning.
• Audit expense reports for approval signatures, accuracy, reasonableness and compliance with corporate policies.
• Process weekly payment runs.
• Monitor the AP inbox and respond timely to all AP inquiries in a professional manner. Track and follow-up on open items timely.
• Assist in the preparation of and analysis of a 3-month accounts payable forecast.
• Complete reconciliations, as assigned, including the AP sub-ledger and AP bank accounts.
• Compile other statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as expenditures, accounts payable, and cash forecasting, as requested.
• Research and resolve any past due charges.
• Assist with the 1099 paperwork and setting up vendors.
• As needed, provide backup to others in the accounting department and assist in department-wide projects and programs.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 1-4 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting or treasury-related field
• High level of integrity, resourcefulness, initiative, and good judgment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities, both orally and in writing
• Effective at building strong working relationship at all levels of the organization.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Highly organized, self-directed business style and possess a solid work ethic
• Must be willing to learn and have a strong desire to succeed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment

All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive.  They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Detroit Tigers.

Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.                

                  
The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.

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