Staff Accountant

About the role

MCE is seeking a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its team. The ideal candidate possesses a solid foundation in accounting principles, strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for MCE’s mission. As a key member of a small team, the Staff Accountant ensures MCE’s financial information is accurate, complete, and reported timely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post accounting transactions to ensure accurate financial records.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to account balances, transactions, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing schedules and supporting documentation for audits, tax filings, and financial reporting.
• Monitor and enter day-to-day bank activity.
• Manage and initiate various types of payables and disbursement requests through banking portals, ensuring accurate approvals and financial processing.
• Enter lender and borrower transactions within the ERP system.
• Process and send client invoices and payment reminders with accuracy and timeliness.
• Partner with third-party payroll providers to initiate and review payroll processes on a timely basis and with discretion.
• Facilitate communications, reporting, and ad-hoc analyses that support payroll operations.
• Help maintain internal controls and support compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency within accounting operations.
• Provide support for ad hoc reporting, special projects, and other accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Solid foundation in accounting principles.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset.
• Passion for MCE’s mission.

Location: Remote, USA