Accountant I - Sioux Falls, SD
About The Position
Expansion Capital Group (ECG) provides financing solutions that help small businesses access the capital they need to grow. Our team specializes in efficient, non-traditional lending, balancing speed with strong credit discipline and a commitment to doing things the right way. We are looking for an Accountant I to join our Finance team. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional or someone who has built strong accounting skills through hands-on experience and is ready to broaden their responsibilities. You’ll play an important role in ECG’s day-to-day accounting operations by recording financial transactions, completing account reconciliations, supporting financial close and reporting, and helping maintain the accuracy and integrity of our financial information. If you enjoy working with numbers, investigating discrepancies, and understanding the accounting behind financial transactions, this is a great opportunity to continue developing your career. In this role, you’ll gain broad accounting exposure across general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, audit support, and accounting controls.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of relevant accounting experience; or an associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Working knowledge of financial statements and reports, general ledgers, and journal entries
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities
- Strong accountability, accuracy, and follow-through in completing assigned responsibilities
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience with NetSuite or a similar accounting system
- General ledger accounting
- Journal entries and account reconciliations
- Month-end close
- Financial reporting
- Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- Audit support
Responsibilities
- Prepare and record journal entries and other financial transactions
- Maintain accurate general ledger records and complete month-end account reconciliations
- Post and reconcile electronic funds transfer activity, cash accounts, and receivable ledger accounts
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities
- Assist with financial reports and statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow reporting, and variance analysis
- Complete financial reporting and research for internal and external users
- Perform Accounts Receivable activities, including generating invoices, processing payments, and monitoring aging of receivables
- Perform Accounts Payable activities, including data entry, verification, coding, and preparation of transfers and payments
- Support annual external audit preparation and related accounting deliverables
- Help maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Identify accounting discrepancies or control concerns requiring additional review or resolution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
