Staff Accountant
Primary Responsibilities
- Reconciles, adjusts, and maintains balance sheet accounts
- Prepares monthly recurring journal entries
- Aids in month-end close and ad hoc requests
- Researches and troubleshoots issues
- Briefs issues and discrepancies to appropriate leaders, identifying potential solutions
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot tables, Xlookups, and keyboard shortcuts
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with various levels of colleagues
- Excellent organizational skills
- Professional skepticism
Education & Experience
- A four-year degree in Accounting required
- One to two years in corporate accounting or auditing, or relevant internship(s) for recent Accounting graduates
- Working knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- CPA track is a plus, but not required
Other
- Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Must be able to interact effectively with various levels of management both inside and outside the organization
Important Notice
This position description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing in the role and is not a contract. The essential responsibilities are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the organization. All requirements may be subject to reasonable accommodation to applicants and colleagues who need them for medical or religious reasons.
The Baldwin Group will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate who applies on our career site. Any unsolicited resumes sent to The Baldwin Group, including unsolicited resumes sent via any source from an Agency, will not be considered and are not subject to any fees for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.