Staff Accountant

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice coding, data entry, approval routing, payment processing, vendor maintenance, and vendor statement reconciliations.
• Ensure invoices are processed accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
• Cook up the monthly close process for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Aid in the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prepare customer invoices and assist with billing activities as needed.
• Support external audits by preparing requested schedules and documentation.
• Aid in federal and state tax filings, supporting schedules, and related analyses.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while recommending process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Aid with special projects, financial analyses, and ad hoc reporting requested by management.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Communicate financial information with team members, management, vendors, and other departments.
• Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Apply sound accounting principles while continually developing technical knowledge and staying current with accounting standards and best practices.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and integrity in financial records and transactions.
• Identify issues, analyze information, and develop practical solutions to improve accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to accuracy.
• Preferred:
• 1-3 years of accounting or Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with GAAP and basic financial reporting principles.