Staff Accountant

Molo Petroleum•Dubuque, IA

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the growing accounting team. The role is suited to an accounting professional who wants to expand their career, develop their skills, and contribute to process improvements across the organization. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong analytical abilities, a passion for learning, and the confidence to ask questions and seek solutions in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant will support accounting operations, financial reporting, close activities, audits, budgeting, and process improvements. The position also involves using technology and automation tools to improve accounting workflows and providing backup for software and other accounting functions as needed. It offers opportunities for learning, career development, and advancement within a collaborative and innovative organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of SQL and the ability to query and analyze data.
Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot and other emerging AI tools used to drive productivity and process improvements.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated, able to work independently, and willing to take initiative.
Naturally curious and willing to ask questions to gain a deeper understanding of processes and business operations.
Driven to continuously learn, develop new skills, and expand accounting knowledge.
Ambitious professional seeking long-term growth and advancement opportunities within the company.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain accurate monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
Analyze financial data and investigate variances to ensure financial accuracy.
Support preparation of financial reports and management reporting packages.
Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other general ledger accounts.
Assist with internal and external audit requests and documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies.
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure financial information is accurate and complete.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities as needed.
Use technology and automation tools to improve reporting and accounting workflows.
Assist with special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned.
Learn and provide backup for software.
Support other accounting functions as needed.