Colonial Group, Inc.
Position Title: Accountant I
Req # 1281
Location: Savannah, GA, USA
Job Function: Finance
Pay Type: Salary
Job Description
Colonial Group, Inc. is a multigenerational, family-owned parent company overseeing a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries. Through our strategic infrastructure, logistics expertise, and a broad range of products and services, we create significant value for our customers while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Position Summary
The Accountant I is responsible for tasks related to general accounting functions, financial reporting, and operational accounting for business units. This role involves various daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities that support Colonial Group, Inc.'s accounting processes.
Job Expectations & Duties
Prepare monthly account reconciliations, including receivables, payables, accrued expenses, and other accounts, ensuring accuracy in daily and weekly processes.Compile various schedules for the monthly financial statement package.Analyze financial transactions and accounts to verify accuracy and completeness, creating journal entries for revenues, expenses, and tax provisions.Develop a working knowledge of all operational and accounting software/equipment systems relevant to financial reporting.Assist in meeting department deadlines in accordance with closing dates.Serve as a backup for preparing daily cash position schedules and submitting notices of borrowing and repayment activities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.Some relevant experience is preferred but not required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) is required, along with the ability to work with multiple PC software platforms.Strong verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving ability, and interpersonal skills are essential.Ability to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.Minimal travel, potentially up to 10%.
Eligibility Requirements: Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
Colonial Group, Inc. is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Colonial Group, Inc. prohibits discrimination of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PI264730929
