Contract Accountant

Description: French Funerals \& Cremations is looking for a full\-time Contract Accountant to join our team. The Contract Accountant is responsible for for supporting Funeral Directors and ensuring that family contracts are complete and accurate. Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid personal time and much more! **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES \& OWNERSHIP** **Contract Accuracy \& Review (Primary Ownership)** * Review family contracts to ensure all goods, services, and pricing are accurate and complete * Reconcile vendor invoices to contracts to confirm all costs are captured correctly * Identify and correct discrepancies in contract details, pricing, or documentation * Ensure all contract\-related financial data is accurate and complete **Pre\-Need Reconciliation (Primary Ownership)** * Own the full pre\-need reconciliation process from start to finish * File death benefit claims and track progress through completion * Reconcile pre\-need insurance contracts to at\-need contracts accurately * Review reconciliations prepared by Funeral Directors and ensure corrections are made * Process pre\-need refunds accurately within CRM systems **Funeral Director Partnership (Shared Accountability)** * Communicate clearly and promptly with Funeral Directors regarding contract discrepancies and required corrections * Follow through to ensure updates and corrections are completed * Provide guidance and clarification to support accurate contract completion * Escalate ongoing issues or delays to leadership when needed **Refunds \& Adjustments (Primary Ownership)** * Process family refunds resulting from contract changes accurately and timely * Maintain accurate records of adjustments and ensure proper financial treatment **General Ledger \& Reconciliation (Primary Ownership)** * Perform reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts * Maintain cash advance accounts and ensure proper tracking of pass\-through costs * Prepare journal entries for accruals, adjustments, and variances * Support month\-end close processes with accurate and timely completion **Process Accuracy \& Continuous Improvement** * Ensure consistent adherence to accounting procedures and internal controls * Identify and address process gaps or inefficiencies * Support Accounting team initiatives and projects as needed **BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS (Farewells Fundamentals)** * Ownership: Take full responsibility for contract accuracy and reconciliation processes * Follow\-through: Ensure all discrepancies and corrections are completed fully with no loose ends * Communication: Communicate early and clearly with Funeral Directors and team members * Attention to Detail: Confirm all contract details and avoid assumptions * Accountability: Address issues directly and ensure resolution * Teamwork: Partner effectively with Funeral Directors and Accounting team **SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE** * Contracts are accurate, complete, and require minimal correction * Pre\-need reconciliation is clean, current, and fully resolved * Discrepancies are identified early and corrected quickly * Funeral Directors receive clear, timely communication and follow\-through * Refunds and adjustments are processed accurately and without delay Reconciliations are accurate with no unexplained variances Requirements: **REQUIRED EDUCATION \& EXPERIENCE** Minimum Education: * High school diploma or equivalent required * Some college preferred Experience: * 3\+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, contract\-related, or funeral experience Strong experience with Excel and accounting systems **KEY SKILLS \& REQUIREMENTS** * Strong attention to detail and accuracy * Strong organizational and problem\-solving skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines * Effective communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Maintain confidentiality and high ethical standards **PHYSICAL, MENTAL \& ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS** * Ability to sit for extended periods * Ability to lift up to 20 pounds * Routine use of standard office equipment