Walton Enterprises is seeking a skilled, highly motivated, and entrepreneurial individual to join the team as a Senior Accountant. The ideal teammate will have the demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements and reporting for use by management and other stakeholders.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization to foster an environment where all associates THRIVE and belong. We do this by creating:
a culture committed to continuous learning that recognizes and values differences
an environment of respect and connection to learn from the richness of identities, experiences, and perspectives
fair access for all to opportunities for growth and advancement
About the Position
You will assist with the financial and operational activities for a multitude of investment portfolio entities.
What you will do
You will learn, grow, and contribute – building new relationships and discovering the satisfaction that comes with producing high-quality, valued work and advice. You will assist in training, mentoring, and supervising staff as well as participate in an contribute to the goals of the department.
Responsibilities
Analyze, review, and prepare financial statements and related schedules ensuring accounting procedures and methods are followed
Maintain and oversee cash balances and activity including coordinating with other associates to ensure timely payment and high-quality input to accounting software
Oversee, review, and prepare journal entries for activity including investment transactions, accruals, amortization, payroll, etc.
Delegate and collaborate with Accountants to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting
Provide support to tax department for compliance and tax return preparation
Collaborate with other departments to prepare financial package presentations and build customized reports for ongoing needs and projects
Prepare multi-faced information/analysis for other departments as needed
Analyze and prepare recommendations to management on process improvement
Participate in mentoring and training activities and work reviews
Perform other duties as required and necessary to accomplish goals and objectives
Who we are looking for
Qualifications required for your success
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Minimum 5 years’ work experience in an accounting role within a professional setting
CPA certification or master’s degree preferred or a minimum of 8 years’ work experience in an accounting role withing a professional setting
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Additional Helpful Experience Includes
Experience using Microsoft Business Central, Solver Reporting, and SharePoint
Prefer work experience with business/individual tax preparation
Personal attributes that support your success
Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity
You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others
You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work
A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation
A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom
You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
About the Investment Accounting Department
The InvestmentAccounting Department provides a suite of services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, investment accounting, and grants administration. The accounting team supports the family households, Walton Enterprises, and the Walton Family Foundation.
About Walton Enterprises
Walton Enterprises supports the personal, philanthropic, and business activity for the Walton family. We are a family-led organization, supporting multiple generations of Sam & Helen Walton’s family.
Walton Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Minimum 5 years’ work experience in an accounting role within a professional setting
CPA certification or master’s degree preferred or a minimum of 8 years’ work experience in an accounting role withing a professional setting
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
