Staff Accountant

Gulfstream • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant applies financial reporting principles, with a primary focus on basic analysis of financial reporting data and knowledge of the financial reporting systems used in the reporting process. The role analyzes and maintains the general ledger, prepares managerial and financial reports, and supports timely completion of financial reporting schedules and deadlines. Under immediate supervision, the position follows established procedures for routine tasks that require limited evaluation or independent ingenuity. The role has a specific area of responsibility for monitoring and completing the journal-entry process to support accurate financial statements. A credit history check will be conducted for candidates, including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer. The position requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, principally Excel.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to reach and communicate insightful conclusions based on data research and analysis.

Nice To Haves

• General ledger accounting experience is preferred.
• Power Query and Power BI experience is a plus.
• A Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance or a CPA may offset one year of experience.
• Strong technology expertise in applications beyond Microsoft Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain a complete and accurate general ledger; prepare managerial and financial reports.
• Prepare and compile financial data in a timely manner to meet established schedules and deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for closing.
• Reconcile assigned accounts and prepare appropriate documentation.
• Identify problems and potential improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Prepare schedules, reports, presentations, and other materials for management.
• Analyze records of financial transactions to determine whether entries are accurate and complete.
• Monitor and complete the journal-entry process to support accurate preparation of financial statements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level