Staff Accountant

Overview

This role involves providing management with financial information through researching and analyzing accounts. The Staff Accountant is responsible for the timely completion of working papers and reports associated with the Month-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End close processes for all business units.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance accounts by inputting data, scheduling required jobs, and verifying outputs.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare general ledger entries, including accounts receivable, revenue, and deferred revenue.
• Maintain records and files and complete assigned work papers.
• Complete reconciliations of cash and operating activities.
• Analyze open balances and allowance for doubtful accounts.
• Ensure expenses are accounted for in the proper period, assign applicable account numbers, and reconcile accounts.
• Research and interpret data to answer accounting and financial questions.
• Identify and record fixed asset additions, analyze assets for disposals and impairments, and produce reports as requested.
• Provide management with monthly and quarterly analytics and variance analysis.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and present recommendations for implementation.
• Participate in audits including Sarbanes-Oxley, quarterly reviews, and annual audits conducted by internal and external auditors.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging in professional organizations.
• Protect the organization’s value by maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with other teams to achieve daily goals.
• Stay informed of policies, procedures, industry changes, best practices, and technology.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and SOX requirements.
• Strong error detection, problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Customer service-oriented attitude with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• High attention to detail and ability to prioritize demands to meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Experience in corporate accounting and general ledger.
• Public company experience is preferred.
• Experience with Great Plains and Management Reporter or similar accounting software is preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications including Microsoft Office, with intermediate to expert Excel skills.

Compensation & Benefits

For residents of states with pay transparency requirements, additional information about compensation and benefits for this role is available upon request.

Location

This position may be available remotely; specific location details can be provided during the hiring process.