Overview
This role involves supporting the financial close process by ensuring accurate recording of all financial transactions in the general ledger. The Staff Accountant participates in month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation
- Analyze balance sheet accounts and prepare corresponding reconciliations
- Respond promptly to requests and inquiries
- Retrieve, process, and analyze data from various sources
- Maintain supporting accounting schedules
- Collaborate with team members across the organization
- Adhere to compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ability to apply them
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks
- High integrity in maintaining confidential information
- Ability to adapt job performance based on manager feedback
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university required
- No prior experience required; 0-2 years of public accounting or industry experience preferred
- CPA certification preferred
Compensation and Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Healthcare FSA, Transportation and Parking FSAs)
- Health savings accounts (HSAs)
- Paid time off accrual ranging from 20 to 25 days per calendar year depending on position
- Nine observed holidays
- Paid family leave
- Benefits eligibility begins from day one of employment
Location
Additional Information
- This is a full-time position
- The organization uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees
- Equal Opportunity Employer