Staff Accountant

Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation•Medora, ND

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. This role involves performing general accounting duties, preparing financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, reconciling accounts, and assisting with various financial processes.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of general financial accounting.
Understanding of the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Ability to correctly prepare sales tax reports.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding TRMF information, guests, and staff.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field required.
At least three years of related experience required.

Nice To Haves

Assist the Senior Staff Accountant in overseeing the accounting interns.

Responsibilities

Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization.
Assists in the preparation of monthly balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
Maintains general ledger.
Reconciles accounts and assist in closing the monthly books.
Assists in recording vendor bills in the accounting system.
Assists the Payroll Specialist (or equivalent) with the payroll process.
Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
Records and reconciles customer accounts and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections.
Provides outside auditor with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
Take part in accounting department weekend coverage of the daily duties as needed from May – September.
Performs other related duties as assigned.