Prioritized Must Have Skills for the Staff Accountant:
#1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
#2. 0 to 2 years of accounting or finance experience
#3. Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
#4. Strong Excel skills including reporting and data management
#5. High attention to detail with strong organization and time management skills
Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant:
- Assist with preparation and posting of journal entries to the general ledger
- Support month end and year end close processes
- Perform account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, receivables, accruals, and intercompany accounts
- Maintain and update accounting records and supporting documentation
- Assist with preparation and organization of documentation for external audits
- Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and GAAP standards
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accuracy of financial data
- Support financial reporting and ad hoc reporting as needed
Requirements of the Staff Accountant:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 0 to 2 years of accounting or finance experience
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
- High attention to detail with strong organization and time management skills
- Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor or similar accounting software
- Familiarity with advanced Excel functions including VLOOKUP and PivotTables
- Exposure to financial analysis or reporting
Other Key Requirements:
Benefits of the Staff Accountant:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement