Staff Accountant

ADT • Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant assists with the day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and prepares basic financial reports. The role is responsible for account reconciliations and documenting source data, both manual and systematic. It also reviews, analyzes, and documents job processes and account reconciliation processes performed outside the general ledger group.

The Staff Accountant helps the general ledger department improve processes and account reconciliation efficiency, supports Sarbanes-Oxley controls, and regularly interacts with internal and external auditors. The position participates in period-end close activities and other accounting projects as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field.
• 1.5 to 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Strong fundamentals in accounting and U.S. GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to understand and apply accounting concepts.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Flexible and able to work independently.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable using computer technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Strong customer focus and collaborative skills.
• Ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive or implement change.
• Ability to work as a team player within a dynamic, complex organizational structure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP ledger systems, preferably Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile low- to moderately complex general ledger accounts monthly, researching and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger as required.
• Maintain and enhance financial systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Communicate with team members in other functional areas and with external sources.
• Comply with internal controls and best practices.
• Assist with process improvements and account reconciliation efficiencies.
• Review, analyze, and document job processes and reconciliation processes performed outside the general ledger group.
• Assist in maintaining Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
• Provide information to auditors and support special projects.
• Assist with other accounting projects as requested.

What This Job Offers

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