Staff Accountant

Auxiant•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

Be part of a growing and prospering company as a Staff Accountant. Auxiant is a third party administrator of self-funded employee benefit plans with offices in Cedar Rapids, IA, Madison and Milwaukee, WI. Auxiant is a fast-growing,progressive company offering an excellent wage and benefit package. Job Summary: Maintain and analyze accounting records for accounts payable, general ledger, cash management, vendor and client balances for month-end and year-end close. Foster a collaborative environment by cross-training across key functions to provide vital backup support and maintain department momentum during high-demand cycles. The role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP and internal controls, while working respectfully with internal teams and external partners. Strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are required. Agility, accountability, and leadership are essential in meeting deadlines, supporting business needs, and upholding policies, ethical standards, and data integrity.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Accounting or 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, data analysis
Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies
Excellent attention to detail, time management, written and verbal communications skills, and commitment to ethics and integrity

Responsibilities

Monitor cash balances, perform EFT/ACH banking transactions, prepare deposits, administer and set-up access to bank websites
Reconcile invoice payments, determine life counts, and process vendor payments accordingly
Record and reconcile financial transactions including prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations timely and accurately. Analyze account balances and research and explain variances as needed.
Manage vendor invoices, payments by check and ACH, and related 1099 reporting data
Reconcile monthly bank statements for corporate accounts
Respond to inquiries from staff, brokers, insurance carriers, and other vendors in a professional and timely manner
Develop and maintain Excel-based schedules and reports to support internal and external clients
Coordinate and prepare workpapers for annual financial statement audit or review
Prepare 5500 information and related reporting for clients
Collaborate across departments to ensure accuracy, improve processes, and empower others through reliable financial information.
Perform internal audits to catch errors before processing and to ensure segregation of duties
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and ethical standards
Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
Perform other duties as assigned or appropriate