Staff Accountant
AEG- Corporate

About the Company

AEG Vision (or "AEG") is building a market-leading group of full-scope optometry practices through the acquisition of regional eyecare groups and independent optometry practices. AEG maintains the local brand, practice staff, store associates, and patients of its acquisitions -- while investing in medical equipment, technology, infrastructure, and the team in order to elevate the patient experience. AEG's core purpose is to "improve the health of our community by helping our neighbors see better and look their best, one patient at a time". We are assembling a team of experienced industry professionals to help build AEG into the best place to work and have an outstanding patient experience.

The role reports directly to the Assistant Controller and has primary responsibility for inventory/cost of goods sold accounting and preparation of regulatory/compliance filings (e.g., property tax filings). This position provides a great growth opportunity for the right individual who will be able to accept additional responsibilities as AEG completes future acquisitions.

Duties & Responsibilities
* Lead the accounting for inventory/cost of goods sold and interface with Operations related to periodic inventory counts at retail locations.
* Prepare regulatory/compliance filings (e.g., property tax filings) for review prior to submission.
* Track and monitor regulatory/compliance filings to ensure timely filing.
* Prepare worksheets for the year end audit and tax workpapers
* Assist in internal control documentation and policy implementation
* Identify process improvement opportunities as it relates to the job roles area of responsibility
* Complete month-end close activities in line with the preparation and review of journal entries in accordance with US GAAP
* Prepare ad-hoc financial reporting functions such as sales tax reporting, etc.
* Prepare account analysis and reconciliations for balance sheet accounts
* Communicate/work with other Corporate departments to research reconciling items
* Maintain accurate, timely and well organized computer and paper files and supporting documentation for areas of responsibility.
* Utilize systems, policies and procedures to promote appropriate internal controls, best practices and efficient and cost-effective processes.
* Cross-train with other designated financial areas for development of people and department. Serve as a cross-functional back-up when needed
* Assist the Assistant Controller with projects as needed

* Undergraduate degree (B.S. or equivalent) in Accounting.
* Minimum of 2 years progressive accounting experience.
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups and handling large amounts of data) required.
* Must be comfortable working in a high volume, data-intensive environment.
* Experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV a plus.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional Series (Excel, Word and Outlook) and the ability to quickly learn and use job-specific computer programs.
* Strong organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
* Strong communications, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to gather facts, analyze problems in depth and break down into components.
* Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner.
* Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization promptly and professionally.
* Personable, helpful, enthusiastic, creative, project a positive attitude and be a team leader and player.
* High integrity and work ethic.