Staff Accountant I

Staff Accountant I Urbandale Iowa Job Description: What are the applications to be supported?ExcelAccess DatabaseProcessing SystemsWorkflow SystemSoft Skill requirements (team fit/personality requirements):Strong Communication SkillsManage multiple systems and tasksAttention to DetailWhat can candidates expect?Candidates will, under general supervision, provide accounting support requiring familiarity with and experience in accounting practices.Opportunity to add values in as a key contributor to the team.What is in it for candidates?Candidates will be part of a leading global company with a dynamic culture.Opportunities for career growthWe will count on candidates to:Perform disbursements, billing, applying payments and administrative system accounting reports and/or consolidated statements. Analyze and maintains accounts and/or client insured records.Prepare and analyze various accounting reports including variances, disbursement, billing, and statements; may ensure timely and accurate processing.Perform variation and trend analysis for key accounts or reports; may process disbursements to insured records; may process billing and statement reports to clients or insureds.Assist with the development, implementation and documentation of internal and external accounting and operating policies, procedures and process improvements for general accounting functions.Ensure compliance with corporate policies, carrier agreements, SOX procedures, SSAE16 procedures, tax regulations, local GAAP and US GAAP and local statutory regulations (as applicable) regarding financial matters.What candidates need to have:Associate’s degree1 to 3 years of experienceIntermediate to Advanced proficiency with MS ExcelWhat makes candidates stand out?Prior Finance or Accounting experienceGood organizational skills and teamworkAdditional Skills:Processing Expense Reports | Cash Control | General Ledger (GL) | Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) | Accruals | MonthEnd Close Processes | Financial Reporting and Analysis | Preparation of Financial Reports | Bank Reconciliations | Oracle Database | Customer Billing | Revenue Analysis | Financial Analysis | Account ReconciliationsNote:Duration: 6 monthsOnsite: Onsite 6 x a month Pay Range: $20 - $26/hour on W2 The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work. Email me resume on Sid.Miller@ptrglobal.com