Staff Accountant
Company: First Student
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
First things First: Who are we? Twice the size of our next largest
competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation
solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5
million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S.
airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the
industry's strongest safety record, First Student delivers
reliable, quality services including full-service transportation
and management, special-needs transportation, route optimization,
scheduling, maintenance, and charter services for 1,100 school
districts contracts. Prepares basic financial reports under general
supervision. Performs moderately complex activities related to the
maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger. Major
Responsibilities: List in order of importance 1) Assist location
managers in reviewing and analyzing weekly/monthly financial
reports. Identify and explain variances to budget/forecast. 2)
Track Minority/Disadvantaged Vendor spend. Build Excel spreadsheet
to track and report on spend levels monthly, Year to Date and
Annually. 3) Assist in preparing the billing data that will be used
to invoice our customers. 4) Assist with preparation of
weekly/monthly financial reports to be submitted to the Region
Office. 5) Prepares journal entries as needed. 6) Will be
supporting four (4) locations. 7) Build Ad Hoc Excel spreadsheets
to support the location management. 8) Assist location management
with the collection of past due balances from the customers 9)
Match up vendor invoices, code and submit them for payment 10)
Assist in the preparation of the weekly payroll 11) Other tasks as
required 12) Describe level of decision making and list examples of
common decisions made: Analyzes financial data and reports on
analysis Identifies coding errors in the General Ledger. Minimum
Education & Certifications Required: Bachelor's Degree in Finance
or Accounting Experience & Skills Required: 3-5 years of related
experience. Thorough knowledge of accounting practices and
procedures. Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, including
building spreadsheets with complex formulas from scratch required.
Experience with all MS Office products and accounting software
preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, deadline-oriented, possess high attention to
detail Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Incumbent must
be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize
standard office equipment; access the filing system/cabinets; and
communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone.
First for a Reason Benefits We offer competitive compensation and
benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business),
including physical and mental health initiatives,
medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.
Professional Advancement Start here. Go far. We believe in
promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you,
thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition,
our 18-month Aspiring Manager Program prepares future leaders at
First Student or First Transit. Extensive Training Build skills and
knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention,
technology and equipment, and job efficiency. Diversity & Inclusion
Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where
all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and
diverse working environment for everyone every day. Community
Service & Impact Go where opportunity meets community. Our
customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of
First Student, First Transit, and First Vehicle Services in your
community, you'll have a positive impact on others. Our Divisions
About First Transit First Transit Inc. is a leading provider of
public transportation contracting and management services. For over
60 years, we have supplied precision, efficiency, innovation, and
all-around expertise to both public and private transportation
systems. Today, we operate in 335 locations, carrying more than 350
million passengers annually throughout the United States in 39
states, Puerto Rico and Canada. About First Vehicle Services First
Vehicle Services is a leading provider of diverse fleet management
and maintenance services in North America. Since 1981, First
Vehicle Services has been providing efficient and cost-effective
vehicle management and maintenance services to governments, school
districts, petrochemical companies, transit agencies, airports,
universities, and private organizations throughout the United
States. Apply today and get your career on the road with First
Student! We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We
strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For
candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles
California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants
with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San
Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance
Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so
we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports
future growth for all.
Keywords: First Student, Memphis , Staff Accountant, Professions , Memphis, Tennessee
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