Staff Accountant

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing daily activities of the accounting function at the Pensacola Bay Center by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares payroll in a timely and accurate manner, including recording, processing, maintaining payroll controls, records, and support
• Accounts Payable invoice entry and payment processing
• Accounts Receivable invoicing
• Account reconciliation of multiple GL accounts
• Aid in maintaining internal audit controls
• Aid Finance staff with administrative duties as requested
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities required

Qualifications

• Exhibit excellent organizational and communication skills
• Maintain a professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic
• Plan, organize, and implement policies and procedures
• Work with limited supervision, prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously while exercising judgment and initiative in addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Show knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and industry terminology
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule to produce accurate results and meet deadlines
• Show basic understanding of accounting principles

Education and/or Experience

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or similar field from a four-year college or university preferred
• Two (2) – Three (3) or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of general and cost accounting
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Data entry, accounting, and journal entry skills
• Effective communication, problem solving, organizational skills and detail oriented
• Ability to function both independently and as a team member
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff including management and clients
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both internally and externally
• Use all office equipment, including but not limited to computer, calculator, copy machine, etc.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required

Computer Skills

• Extensive knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel, Outlook
• Prior experience with ADP, Workday or equivalent payroll software system or HRIS preferred

Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan

Working Conditions

• Location: Onsite at Pensacola Bay Center, Pensacola, FL
• Physical Demands: Close vision for review of accounting information on a computer monitor or hard copy output; Regular use of hands for typing, coding information, handling files, and operating office machines; Able to hear and speak to use telephone and two-way radio