Staff Accountant

Areas USA, Inc•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The staff accountant position is responsible for monitoring the progress of projects, investigating variances, approving expenses, and ensuring that project billings are issued to customers and payments collected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required; Word and PowerPoint preferred).
Experience with ERP/accounting systems (SAP preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent financial reporting and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

Apply company accounting policies, procedures, and U.S. GAAP principles in daily work.
Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records, schedules, and reconciliations.
Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts, ensuring supporting documentation is complete.
Record journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy, including accruals and expense allocations.
Assist with rollforward schedules (e.g., fixed assets, leases, prepaids, accruals) as assigned.
Support preparation of calculations for leases, rents, royalties, allowances, and similar recurring agreements under the guidance of senior staff or management.
Communicate with Operations during month-end close to answer questions and provide support.
Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process.
Prepare financial analyses and ad hoc reports to support management as required.
Provide documentation and assistance for internal and external audits.
Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Contribute to departmental and organizational objectives by completing related tasks as assigned.
May be asked to travel within the U.S. to company sites as needed.