Staff Accountant

mhp.si Family of Companies•Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing daily accounting tasks, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role requires strong attention to detail, solid understanding of GAAP, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the finance team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a four-year college or university.
At least two years of accounting work experience.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from fellow team members, senior management, and clients.
Ability to think critically, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to work autonomously and carry out tasks independently with accuracy and minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

NetSuite experience and advanced excel skills.

Responsibilities

Helps to facilitate client billing for multiple entities on a monthly and as-needed basis.
Manage vendor files and assist with coordination of information related to annual 1099s issued.
Calculate commissions related to appropriate client service team members.
Prepares and inputs general journal entries.
Maintains general ledger accuracy and supporting schedules.
Works with external auditors and accountants.
Aiding in management of company credit card expenses.
Process various accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
May assist in preparation of monthly Agency Financial Statements.
Works on special projects as assigned by the Controller.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and GAAP.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.