Staff Accountant

About the role

JLCO Inc. is dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and holistic approach to professional services, focusing on more than traditional accounting and tax support. Our mission is guided by principles of trust, integrity, and collaboration, aiming to provide an ecosystem of solutions that address every aspect of our clients' financial health and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and mailing of confirmation requests.
• Schedule confirmations returned, list exceptions, and follow-up on their disposition.
• Prepare statistical and account analyses, including listing of data, recasting data from one format into another, and calculating percentage relationships.
• Perform, or assist in, counting of inventories of merchandise or supplies, and other assets.
• Foot columns and test extensions to verify their accuracy.
• Trace and vouch entries to original documents or sources.
• Trace inventory items observed at the initial count to actual final inventory record.
• Search for unrecorded liabilities by examining unpaid bills, accounts payable, and disbursements subsequent to balance sheet data.
• Excerpt leases, minutes, and other documents and prepare transmittal of journal entries to clients.
• Post and extend adjustments to working trial balance.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting and may have work experience in public or private accounting. Experience in auditing or preparing tax returns is preferred but not required. Basic accounting concepts are known, but specific procedures need to be learned and followed under supervision.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in accounting is typically required. Relevant work experience in accounting or related fields is beneficial but not mandatory. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Access, is necessary. Familiarity with accounting software and strong organizational skills are also important.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with standard business hours.