Staff Accountant

THE ST JOE COMPANY•Panama City Beach, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to oversee general accounting operations for our company. Staff accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances, bank statements, maintaining the fixed asset module and assisting in month-end close procedures. This role requires analytical skills, knowledge of accounting principles and attention to detail necessary to ensure accurate reporting in all areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business required.
2 to 3 years of accounting or finance experience required.
Detail oriented and thorough
Ability to perform consistent work to the highest of standards
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures and internal control procedures and regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of accounting software required, Oracle based JD Edwards General Ledger System and Quickbooks preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries on a daily and monthly basis, ensuring accurate account balances.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.
Enter, dispose, and inventory in the fixed assets module.
Prepare and submit annual tangible tax returns for all reporting entities.
Perform month end accounting duties in accordance with closing schedule.
Assist in maintaining and updating accounting policies and procedures.
Analyze and communicate general ledger and other financial variances.
Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.
Understand internal control procedures and regulations.
Prepare quarterly schedules and external and internal audit requests.
Assist with special projects as needed.
All other duties as assigned.