Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records and supporting the company's day-to-day accounting operations. This role will manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, perform account reconciliations, maintain the general ledger, support month-end and year-end close activities, and prepare financial reports. The Staff Accountant will also monitor the proper classification and alignment of costs and revenue, including COGS, to ensure the company's financial results are accurate and reliable. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, advanced QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of accounting, staff accounting, or full-cycle bookkeeping experience.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, data analysis, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial statements.
- Demonstrated experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and month-end close.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting and recordkeeping.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and work independently while following established procedures.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity when handling financial and employee information.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger accounts, using QuickBooks Online and other accounting systems.
- Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice verification, coding, approvals, and payment processing.
- Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, posting customer payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on past-due accounts.
- Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Ensure costs are properly classified between Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and operating expenses and recorded in the appropriate accounting period.
- Prepare and post routine and adjusting journal entries under the direction of the Director of Finance and Administration.
- Assist with monthly and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
- Reconcile payroll-related accounts and journals in accordance with company procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams to address financial inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with tax preparation, budgeting, and other financial projects as needed.
Benefits
- 100% paid employee health care premium
- 100% paid employee AD&D, STD, and LTD premiums
- 401(k) with 4% company match (fully vested on eligibility after 90 days)
- Low-cost dental and vision coverage
- Financial assistance for ongoing professional development and training
- 15 days PTO annually (accrued) and Flex Time
- 6 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
