Staff Accountant

RESPEC•Rapid City, SD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

RESPEC seeks a Staff Accountant to join our Rapid City, SD, team. If you enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, consider growing your career with us! This is an on-site/office-based position. The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial records through account reconciliations, fixed asset management, lease accounting, sales and use tax compliance, and general accounting support. This position plays a critical role in month-end close activities, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution; or a minimum of 2 years of experience in general accounting or a related field
Experience with account reconciliations, sales and use tax reporting, and general ledger accounting preferred
Proficient in Microsoft365 (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including Excel fundamentals
Ability to demonstrate exceptional productivity and reliability to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations on a monthly basis
Research and resolve account discrepancies and reconciling items in a timely manner
Prepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting
Support external audit requests by providing documentation and explanations as needed
Maintain the fixed asset subledger and related schedules
Record asset additions, disposals, transfers, and retirements
Calculate and record monthly depreciation expenses
Maintain lease records and supporting documentation
Prepare lease-related reconciliations and journal entries
Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns
Assist with sales and use tax audits and inquiries from taxing authorities
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel.