Staff Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage Accounts Payable, including invoice verification, coding, approvals, and vendor payments.
• Manage Accounts Receivable by generating invoices, posting customer payments, monitoring aging reports, and following up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounting records, vendor statements, and customer accounts.
• Monitor cash receipts and disbursements to ensure proper recording.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and schedules.
• Affirm fixed asset records, prepaid expenses, and accruals as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting and billing issues.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience, with strong experience in AP, AR, billing, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.