Staff Accountant

Delta Dental of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records and supporting timely, compliant financial reporting. This position is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, account reconciliations, and participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. The Staff Accountant works closely with finance, operations, and external partners to ensure transactions are properly recorded, analyzed, and reported in accordance with accounting standards and organizational policies.

Requirements

Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial processes.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and basic data analysis.
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
Values-driven, high-performance mindset.
Availability to work in the office during regular business hours.
Ability to work in an open office environment.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a background check; education, employment and reference verification and pre-employment drug screen.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
2-5 years of experience in accounting, financial operations, or general ledger support.
Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, invoice processing, and expense management required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PeopleSoft or a similar ERP system preferred.
Prior experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Record, review, and maintain general ledger transactions in accordance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as part of the monthly close process.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, and sub-ledgers; investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner.
Track, process, and reconcile vendor invoices, contract-related expenses, and miscellaneous local expenditures.
Manage company credit card activity, including reconciliation, coding, and reporting.
Review and process employee expense reports to ensure policy compliance and accurate expense classification.
Research supplier payment history and validate payments against bank statements and supporting documentation.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles.
Support preparation of financial schedules, summaries, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues within financial data to support decision-making and operational insight.
Support the maintenance and enhancement of financial dashboards and reporting tools.
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
Document accounting processes and contribute to continuous improvement of workflows and controls.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data quality, efficiency, and financial transparency.
Demonstrate company values and contribute positively to team culture and collaboration.