As a Staff Accountant you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and contributing to the timely completion of month-end and year-end close processes.
Essential Functions
o Prepare and post journal entries.
o Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
o Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank accounts, receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.
o Analyze financial data and investigate variances, discrepancies, and unusual transactions.
o Assist with the preparation of internal financial reports and supporting schedules.
o Maintain and update fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules.
o Process accounts payable.
o Record cash receipts.
o Support tax filing processes and regulatory reporting.
o Assist in the preparation for annual audits, including gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests.
o Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls, and company policies.
o Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and reporting efficiencies.
o Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to resolve accounting-related issues and provide financial support.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
o Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
o Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
o Effective written and verbal communication skills.
o High level of integrity and professionalism.
o Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
o Strong organizational and time management skills, paying strong attention to detail while managing competing priorities.
o Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced, high energy and evolving environment.
Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
· 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.
· Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
· Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as Power Pivot, nested SUMIFS/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
· Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar is preferred.
· CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.