Staff Accountant I
About The Position
The Staff Accountant I prepares and maintains financial records tracking the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other financial activities. The role performs general cost accounting and related duties, maintains the general ledger, prepares financial statements, reconciles accounts, supports accounts payable and receivable, and files tax forms with government agencies. It also assists outside auditors, maintains accounting software in coordination with the vendor, and manages the purchasing and invoicing system. The position is conducted in an office environment, with most work spent sitting and approximately 90% of duties requiring a computer. Some travel may be required. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with evening and weekend work required during busy season.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- At least 2 years of public accounting tax experience.
- Experience preparing individual tax returns.
- Strong accounting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in CS Professional Suite Software, Excel, and Word.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
- Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
- Ability to correctly prepare tax reports.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 or similar software and accounting software.
Responsibilities
- Perform general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.
- Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
- Maintain the general ledger.
- Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close the monthly books.
- Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks.
- Reconcile cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manage accounts receivable collections.
- Verify and/or complete payment of accounts payable invoices and ensure payments are charged to appropriate accounts.
- Assist outside auditors by gathering account information and documents for the annual audit.
- File tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
- Coordinate with the software vendor to maintain accounting software systems and recommend updates.
- Manage the purchasing and invoicing system.
- Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
- Follow Beasley, Mitchell & Co. Personnel Policy Manual and IT Manual Guidelines for Quality Control.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
