Staff Accountant

Colonial Group•Savannah, GA

14d

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for general accounting functions, financial reporting, and business unit operational accounting. The role handles daily, weekly, and monthly tasks associated with Colonial Group, Inc.’s accounting processes. It operates in an office environment and may include periodic visits to operational and inventory locations, working with accounting and operations personnel while managing multiple priorities and meeting established deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting or a related field.
1–3 years of experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and comfort working with multiple PC software platforms.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving ability and developed interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial transactions and accounts to assess the accuracy and completeness of entries.
Create journal entries to record revenues, expenses, and tax provisions.
Assist with monthly cash reconciliations and record related journal entries.
Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies between purchase orders and supplier invoices.
Prepare vouchers for supplier invoice payments.
Develop a basic understanding of operational and accounting computer software and equipment systems that affect accounting and financial reporting processes.
Work with the accounting team to meet department closing deadlines.
Assist with accounting for certain inventory items.
Reconcile related general ledger accounts.
Prepare monthly reconciliations for accounts such as receivables, payables, accrued expenses, and other accounts, including related daily or weekly processes.