Senior Accounting Systems Administrator

Why Work for Park Lawn Corporation?

Service

• At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.
• Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession.

Benefits

• Financial assistance programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.
• Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.
• Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.
• Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.
• Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need.

Culture

• We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.
• We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.
• We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families.

Summary/Objective

This position reports to the Accounting Systems Manager and contributes to administration and security of Park Lawn’s financial accounting systems, as well as the implementation of and training for these systems when integrating newly acquired businesses.

Essential Functions

• Assists with the administration and security of Park Lawn’s financial accounting systems.
• Performs maintenance of the accounting systems.
• Creates User IDs and establishes, modifies, and/or deletes system users.
• Establishes, maintains, and modifies access levels for end users within the accounting system, after obtaining proper approvals from regional Director of Ops and/or VP.
• Contributes to the implementation of accounting systems within existing or newly acquired businesses in the company.
• Basic understanding of GAAP, specifically in regards to invoice processing and cash reconciliation.
• Travels to newly acquired businesses for on-boarding and hands-on training of new or existing personnel. (For US Applicants Only)
• Provides assistance to field location administrators and office managers through HelpDesk tickets.
• Remotes troubleshooting for systems errors, and employee training.
• Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer, peripheral equipment such as scanners and printers, and various accounting related software and systems.
• Demonstrates proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office products, smart phone applications, and basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to problem solve in high-paced environments.
• Works well in team settings and able to coordinate with multiple departments to meet the goals and deadlines of an acquisition.
• Performs projects and other duties as assigned. 

Competencies

• Financial Management
• Communication Proficiency
• Teamwork Orientation
• Performance Management
• Ethical Conduct
• Detail Orientation
• Thoroughness
• Customer Service Orientation
• Time Management

Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure

• 1-2 years of experience in administering accounting or operational systems preferably in a Funeral Home and Cemetery business
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.
• Industry and HMIS experience strongly desired.
• Demonstrated aptitude for understanding system-based processing and controls.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.
• High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access and Power Point) required.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting.
• Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to computer, fax, copier, merchant terminal, multi-line phone system, personal or company owned vehicle.
• Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds.
• This position may also require reaching, pushing, and pulling. 
• This position may also be exposed to chemicals and/ or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered:  Low 

Travel

• This position may require up to 75 percent out of area and overnight travel. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.