Accountant I - Staff

ALSAC • Memphis, TN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a detail-oriented, skilled accountant with a passion for precision? We're seeking a Staff Accountant to play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our organization. As a Staff Accountant at ALSAC/St Jude, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to our month and year-end closing processes and make a significant impact. Join us in a vibrant work environment where your talent and expertise will be valued and nurtured.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of previous accounting experience is essential.
• Proficiency in Windows OS, Excel, and Word, Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary for effective internal and external interactions.
• The ability to understand complex instructions and data processing applications is critical.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and meticulously maintain monthly reconciliations of designated portions of our general ledger accounts.
• Utilize keen concentration and technical accounting knowledge to excel in monthly closeout activities, including preparing and entering journal entries and reclassifying transactions as needed.
• Collaborate with accounting leadership on various budget responsibilities as assigned.
• Contribute to the preparation of work papers for our annual audit.
• Be ready to step up and fill the shoes of any vacant position in the Accounting Department when assigned by the accounting leadership.
• Review and analyze existing fiscal procedures and offer recommendations for enhancements or the implementation of new procedures.

Benefits

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level