Staff Accountant
About The Position
Smithville Communications is looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Operations team. In this on-site role, you will provide vital financial and administrative support across our family of companies, helping to keep our day-to-day financial operations running accurately and on time. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Direct applicants only. We are not seeking 3rd party recruitment services for this role. You will be a regular collaborator across the organization, connecting daily with the Accounting Manager and the Accounting Operations team, weekly with the Controller and Finance teams, and at least monthly with the CFO and other key departments including IT, Engineering, and Outside Plant.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience
- 3 to 5 years of accounting experience completing account reconciliations, journal entries, and/or variance analysis
- Solid understanding of standard business practices and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Experience managing cash across multiple companies and bank accounts
- Strong ability to reconcile, research, and analyze accounting records
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable project management skills with the ability to work to deadlines
- A methodical and analytical mindset
Responsibilities
- Perform daily cash balancing, manage cash flow, and reconcile multiple bank accounts across all Smithville companies (25%)
- Provide support and backup coverage for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions (20%)
- Prepare monthly journal entries and complete balance sheet reconciliations (20%)
- Administer and oversee the corporate credit card program (10%)
- Generate financial reports, file tax returns, and take on special projects (10%)
- Support miscellaneous financial tasks, special projects, and other responsibilities as assigned (15%)
Benefits
- FREE degree and certificate programs for eligible employees
- FREE Dental, Term Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Low-cost Medical, Prescription, and Vision plans
- 401(k) with a company match
- Health Savings Account with annual company contributions
- Employee discounts on Smithville services
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Ongoing training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
