Staff Accountant

Jobtailor

El Paso, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Balance Sheet, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Expense Reports, External Audit, Finance, Financial Statements, General Ledger Accounting, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Support, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Property Maintenance, Property Tax, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Sales Tax, Tax Returns, Time Management, Use Tax, Writing Skills
LOCATION
El Paso, TX
POSTED
3 days ago

ResponsibilitiesProvides operational accounting support and contributes to accurate internal and external financial reportingPerforms routine general ledger activities, prepares and reviews account reconciliations, supports the month-end close, and helps maintain strong internal controls and compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standardsPrepare assigned bank reconciliations; research and resolve reconciling items, discrepancies, and variances in a timely mannerPrepare monthly reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts; investigate variances, document support, and propose correcting entries as neededPrepare and/or post routine journal entries (e.g., accruals, amortization, reclasses) with appropriate supporting documentation and approvalsSupport the month-end close process, including preparing close schedules, meeting deadlines, and assisting with financial statement tie‑outsAssist with preparation of property tax returns, sales/use tax filings, and other miscellaneous corporate compliance reporting; help gather supporting schedules and respond to inquiriesAssist with review of vendor payable batches and employee expense reports for coding accuracy, completeness, policy compliance, and proper approvalsPrepare and distribute recurring internal and external reports on a monthly and quarterly basis; ensure accuracy, consistency, and on‑time deliverySupport internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to auditor questionsPartner with cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Purchasing, AP) to resolve accounting issues, obtain supporting documentation, and improve upstream processesAssist with special projects, process improvements, and ad‑hoc analyses, including recommendations to strengthen controls and increase efficiencyMaintain accurate workpapers and documentation in accordance with record retention requirements and internal control standardsRequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field2+ years of staff accounting or general ledger experienceWorking knowledge of account reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end close processesStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracyAbility to prioritize, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environmentStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels and with people from diverse backgroundsStrong customer service mindset, professionalism, and ability to take direction and feedbackAbility to handle multiple tasks, shifting priorities, details, and interruptionsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; ability to learn new systems quicklyAbility to adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and internal control requirementsKey Hard SkillsAccount reconciliationsJournal entriesMonth‑end closeFinancial reportingInternal controlsProperty tax returnsSales/use tax filingsVendor payable reviewFinancial statement tie‑outsProcess improvementsKey Soft SkillsAnalytical skillsProblem‑solving skillsAttention to detailTime managementCommunication skillsCustomer service mindsetProfessionalismAbility to prioritizeAbility to handle multiple tasksAbility to take directionCertifications & QualificationsBachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in Finance#J-18808-Ljbffr

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