Staff Accountant

Job Description

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily Responsibilities
  • Accounts Payable functions: Prepare, pay, and review all accounts payable invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper expense coding.
  • Reconcile Bank Accounts.
  • Support the Company in maintaining internal controls and safeguarding of assets.
  • Support the Finance & Accounting team with other accounting duties as needed.
• Monthly Responsibilities
  • Assist the Accounting Manager and Controller with month-end close activities, including preparation of accounting journal entries, account analysis, preparation of schedules for various expenses, and preparation of account reconciliations.
  • Manage fixed asset, including monthly journal entries and roll forward.
  • Manage auto loans, including payments and account reconciliation.
  • Calculate, file and remit sales and use taxes (5 states).
• Annual Responsibilities
  • Prepare and review annual 1099’s.
  • Assisting with the year-end audit process.
  • Assist with annual business and tax licensing and registration when necessary.

Participate in projects and miscellaneous responsibilities such as collaborating on specific month-end closing items, providing backup coverage for the team, and assisting with audits.

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with other members of the organization across departments, divisions, and locations. Demonstrates teamwork, compassion, and respect toward others; functions as an effective member of the team, assisting co-workers as needed and learning from all colleagues.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum two years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office with intermediate-level Excel skills.
• Experience with NetSuite and Concur preferred.
• Working knowledge of general accounting concepts with emphasis on general ledger.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively with team members and clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
• High degree of integrity when dealing with confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to work at our Lakewood office 2-3 days per week minimum.

Salary: $62,000 - $68,000 with a 10% bonus.