Staff Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Process incoming payments and approve outgoing payments in accordance with authorization policies.
• Review, approve, and reconcile pre-settlement and final settlement statements.
• Process utility account connections and disconnections; maintain accurate account records.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries to the general ledger on a timely basis.
• Review and approve lot acquisition transactions and supporting documentation.
• Onboard new vendors, update existing vendor records, and verify vendor compliance with company requirements.
• Review, reconcile, and process bank and corporate credit card statements.
• Aid in monthly close activities, including preparation of standard and recurring journal entries.
• Support intercompany transaction processing and reconciliation across multiple entities.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Generate accounting reports, financial records, and supporting documentation for internal and external use.
• Verify and record daily deposits in accordance with company procedures.
• Aid in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Assist in the preparation of external audit requests by organizing workpapers and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Analyze general ledger account activity to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable & Administrative Support:
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to accounts payable and cash deposits.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records in compliance with company retention policies.
• Aid in process improvement initiatives and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; minimum of two (2) years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in ERP or accounting software systems; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and data organization; working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and practices.
• Core Competencies: High degree of integrity, reliability, and professional discretion; exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and record-keeping skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to shifting deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure; self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.