Staff Accountant

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the VP & Controller and other Senior Accountants, the Staff Accountant will assist with the month-end close process, prepare workpapers and record journal entries in accordance with GAAP. The Staff Accountant will also work with the Finance Coordinator on invoice processing, coding, and payments.

Functions & Job Responsibilities

• Aid in the month end close process by following the close calendar and maintaining checklists.
• Summarize transactions and prepare reports to support all journal entries; record journal entries in the General Ledger.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations to ensure all transactions are captured with completeness and accuracy.
• Review invoice coding by Finance Coordinator, set up new vendors, and process payments when needed.
• Make deposits, verify deposits, track ACH and positive pay exceptions, and address inquiries from the banks.
• Reconcile disbursement accounts, customer accounts, and other accounts.
• Manage account receivable collections, for example, member premiums, etc.
• Absorb invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare annual tax schedules and audit schedules for internal, external, and regulatory audits.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results.
• Perform administrative tasks to support all above functions.
• Maintain knowledge of GAAP and follow internal P&Ps.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects related to internal and external customers, team members and management.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis and participate in other special projects, as needed.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required. Three (3) to five (5) years of accounting experience required. Two (2) to three (3) years of GL accounting experience required.
• Skills: Ability to understand all aspects of full accounting cycle. Detailed oriented and strong analytical skills to support account reconciliations. Strong organizational skills: Ability to multitask and problem solve. Thorough understanding of financial application security ensuring all financial data is secure and complies with confidentiality policies. Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access), Power Point and Outlook skills. Experience with Oracle or NetSuite is preferred.

Wage Range

$72,000 to $87,000 per year