Staff Accountant

Overview

This role involves maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring precise recording of financial transactions. The Staff Accountant supports the period-end close process, prepares account reconciliations, investigates variances, and collaborates with various teams within accounting and finance. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently when needed, and maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and accurate reflection in the general ledger.
• Prepare and upload journal entries with appropriate documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct month-end tracking, review, and reconciliation of expense accruals.
• Perform basic reconciliations of general ledger account balances and investigate reconciling items.
• Support finance department associates and assist in achieving departmental KPI targets.
• Collect sample data for SOX testing and maintain SOX documentation for management and auditor review.
• Assist internal and external auditors during quarterly and year-end audits by providing supporting schedules, account analyses, reconciliations, and roll-forwards.
• Review and assess exception reports, investigating significant variances and unexpected results.
• Identify and propose process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information and uphold high standards of integrity.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and other software to design models that streamline accounting processes and improve data accuracy.
• Participate in special projects as directed by management, exercising independent judgment and skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in public or private accounting or finance, focusing on financial accounting and analysis.
• Public accounting or audit experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with general ledger and financial reporting systems; experience with AS-400 is a plus.
• Advanced understanding of US GAAP and familiarity with strong internal control environments.
• Experience with multiple entity/subsidiary organizations and intercompany transactions preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain complex information clearly and understandably.
• Excellent multitasking skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and work effectively within a team.

Location

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