Job Description
Job Title:
Staff Accountant – North America
Reports To:
Accounting Manager – North America
Location:
Irving, TX 75063
Department:
Corporate/Accounting
About Austco
Austco is a global manufacturer of hospital and clinical communications hardware and software. We make innovative products that help nurses and caregivers as they care for their patients. Listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, Austco builds the most advanced nurse call and clinical communications technology in the world.
Austco's corporate head office is located in Melbourne, Australia. Our international offices are in the USA, Canada, the UK, Singapore, and New Zealand. The R&D and Order Fulfilment business units are based in Dallas, Texas.
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant is responsible for the accuracy of the North American (US & Canada) operating expenses and other financial statement areas.
Financial
North America AP
• Primary billing contact for all vendors.
• Receive and code bills accurately and timely.
• Weekly check runs and send remittance.
• Reconcile vendor accounts as necessary.
Credit Card and Expense Ledger Maintenance
• Maintain and reconcile credit card GLs based on statement.
• Work with card holders to obtain receipts and support for spending to ensure expense accuracy.
• Review expense reports to make sure all transactions are coded to the correct GL and against the correct projects.
North America Financial/Month-end
• Maintain fixed asset ledger, including accumulated depreciation.
• Prepaid expenses and prepaid inventory journal.
• Goods In Transit journal and recon.
• Accrued Liabilities.
• Reconcile US Factory/Manufacturing bills to invoices.
• Assist in Half year and annual audit.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc financial reports as required.
• Other ad hoc duties as needed.
Vendor Relations
• Maintain vendor files.
• Maintain vendor set up process.
• Create a positive experience at every interaction.
Compliance
• Comply with all relevant, National and State legislation.
• Ensure compliance with Austco group policies.
• Maintain client, business and staff privacy at all times in compliance with privacy legislation.
Teamwork
• Actively contribute to and participate in team meetings.
• Work with others in uplifting, respectful, and cooperative fashion.
Key Working Relationships
Internal
• Finance Controller, North America
• Finance and Operations team members
• Other Austco staff members
External
• Contractors
• Service providers
• Auditors
Core Competencies
Essential (must have)
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Inherent curiosity
• Outstanding time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of integrity in all actions and decisions
• Energetic positive attitude
Desirable (must be working towards developing)
• Manage workflows and create process improvements.
Qualifications and/or Experience
Essential (must have)
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or 2+ years of industry experience in a similar role.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Suite skills, Excel is a must.
Benefits Overview
• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Generous healthcare plans including, but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and a Company Wellness Program
• 401k contributions and 401k company match
• Employee paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance, etc.
• Paid company holidays, sick days & vacation days
• Team Lunches and Happy Hours
• Relaxed dress code (while in office)
Austco Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.