Why would I want this job?

The Staff Accountant contributes to the day-to-day accounting activities associated with internal and external financial reporting. The incumbent is involved with, and plays an active role in, the company Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance initiative and the on-going assessment of technical accounting issues.

What would I be doing?

The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on Accounting related issues.

The Staff Accountant supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

  •  Prepares general accounting journal entries; maintains and reconciles ledger accounts; provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions; balances books periodically and maintains receipts and disbursement reports.
  • Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments. This may also include the reconciliation of intercompany transactions.
  • Prepares monthly balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Reconciles all intercompany accounts monthly and investigates any discrepancies
  • Maintains and balances an automated consolidation system by inputting data
  • Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports; verifying information.
  • Develops and implements accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures; recommending changes.
  • Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
  • Supports year-end audits, quarterly reviews, and other engagements by providing external auditors with audit-related information.
  • Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
  • Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.

What would make me qualified?

Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business.
  • 1-2 Years Work Experience.
  • Basic understanding of accounting journal entries (debits/credits).
  • Basic understanding of income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills required (pivots, IF statements, etc.).
  • In progress CPA preferred.
  • Oracle or SAP experience preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and skills preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members preferred.
  • Analytical thinker with excellent problem solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines preferred.
  • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects preferred.
  • Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively tailor communication to varying levels within the organization preferred.
  • Self-motivated and energetic preferred.
  • Travel requirements: Up to 5%
  • We are seeking candidates in the United States who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or who will be fully vaccinated by the time they begin the position.