Accountant

Position Overview: The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting department in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes. This role involves reconciling accounts, processing journal entries, and generating financial statements for management review. The Staff Accountant ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards while providing timely and accurate financial information to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in the general ledger.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank, credit card, and intercompany accounts.
• Assistwith month-end and year-end close processes by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management review.
• Review and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, highlighting variances and trends.
• Support external audits by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assistwith budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.
• Identifyopportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldrequired.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred (internship experience considered).
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiencywith accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Knowledge of industry-specific accounting practices (e.g., construction, manufacturing, or services).