Staff Accountant
Job Description: Staff Accountant
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's finance team. This role will focus on preparing journal entries, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting the financial close and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with various departments, including FP&A, Treasury, Accounts Payable, and Receivable, to resolve accounting matters and ensure accuracy in financial reporting. This position also involves collaborating with external and internal auditors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Journal Entries: Prepare weekly and monthly journal entries for cash transactions, accruals, and reclasses.
- Variance Analysis: Analyze spend across multiple expense lines and provide explanations for significant variances to budget/forecast.
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring adherence to company policies and internal controls.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial reporting schedules for internal and external use.
- Research & Support: Research and interpret financial data to answer accounting questions and provide support for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist with implementation.
- Cross-Training & Documentation: Document processes and cross-train in other areas to provide support during team absences.
- Ad Hoc Projects: Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- Progression toward CPA certification is preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on general ledger.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including problem-solving and presentation abilities.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Proficiency in general ledger systems and accounting processes.
- Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite products (e.g., OneNote, Word, PowerPoint).
If you are a driven Staff Accountant looking to advance your career, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and contact information.