Description
Salary: $60,000-$65,000
PURPOSE
The Staff Accountant position plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and contributes to the fiscal health of the organization through meticulous accounting practices. This role is instrumental in executing a range of general accounting functions, including but not limited to, preparing month-end close journal entries, ensuring accurate balance sheet and profit and loss account reconciliations, and conducting thorough analyses during the month-end close.  Â
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Â
Essential functions:
- Prepare month-end close journal entries.Â
- Complete balance sheet and profit and loss account reconciliations and analysis during month-end close as assigned.Â
- Perform close administration, including maintaining journal entry checklists, account reconciliation checklists, and secondary review checklists.Â
- Perform account review and analysis throughout the month and post transactions as needed.Â
- Prepare and review general ledger integrity reports and validations.Â
- Prepare state and local tax filings, licenses, and registrations for business operations.Â
- Perform cash management functions, including daily bank deposits, weekly payment processing, and transaction research.Â
- Record property transactions, including rent, utilities, insurance, and other related expenses on a weekly and monthly basis.Â
- Perform lease administration and review in accordance with ASC 842.Â
- Manage fixed assets, property and equipment, goodwill, and intangible assets.Â
- Oversee expense report and purchasing card processes.Â
- Support Senior Accountants and other members of the Accounting team with financial reporting, reconciliations, and special projects.Â
- Cross-train with other accountants to ensure continuity and efficiency of accounting processes.Â
- Assist with internal and external audit requests as needed.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.Â
- 0-2 years of accounting experience preferred.Â
- Recent graduates with relevant accounting internships or practical accounting experience are encouraged to apply.Â
- Public accounting experience or internship experience is preferred.Â
- Exposure to auditing, fixed asset accounting, or month-end close processes is a plus.
Competencies:
- Strong attention to accuracy and detail required.Â
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment as we are a growing company.Â
- Individuals must be able to work as part of a team, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be an adept problem solver, and have the flexibility to handle changing priorities.Â
- Demonstrated willingness to learn, ask questions, and seek guidance when necessary.Â
- Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.Â
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.Â
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software applications preferred.