Staff Accountant

UGA Finance•Parkville, MO

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for general ledger accountability and ensuring the integrity of accounting information through proper recording, verification, and consolidation of reports and transactions.

Requirements

Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
Service oriented and ability to collaborate with a team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software; intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Must be able to comfortably navigate through pivot tables, macros, vlookups and various formulas.
Ability to learn and work within various software; knowledge of NetSuite/enterprise software and Salesforce CRM preferred.
3+ year’s experience in accounting/finance or commensurate combination of education and experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred; Associate’s degree or commensurate combination of education/experience required.
Complete all required training as assigned.
Ability to work full-time (average of 40-hours per week).
Ability to work in a shared office, private office, and/or cubicle in accordance with job duties and responsibilities.
Ability to be on location and/or assigned confidential location(s) for client services for all work hours.
Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing work environment.
Ability to see computer screen, read, and complete forms
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds with the ability to push, pull, bend, reach, and sit.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time/work at a desk.
Ability to answer the phone in a busy environment – hear callers and be responsive.
Ability to work in a high intensity/fast paced work environment and be able to multi-task and prioritize.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of NetSuite/enterprise software and Salesforce CRM preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform entry and payment of accounts payable.
Reconcile Operating Checking Account each month.
Approve Reconciliations of Operating Accounts.
Reconcile Billing Trust Accounts.
Reconcile and expenses of pre-paids and assets each month.
Reconcile client payout and chargeback receivables each month.
Review General Ledger for proper coding of expenditures each month.
Reconcile payroll items and miscellaneous accrued expenses each month.
Prepare company preliminary financial statement each month.
Forward copy of borrowing base certificate, final financial statements, and financial data to the bank each month.
Perform monthly sweeps of fee income to operating accounts each month.
Perform entry and payment of collections invoices each month.
Supervise and review payment of broker commissions each month.
Assist in preparing documents for licensing requirements in various states.
Complete special projects as needed.