Staff Accountant

JAS•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services. The Staff Accountant will assist the department with monthly close and will provide analysis and reports to support the process. Daily activities include creation of journal entries, analysis of general ledger accounts and variances.

Requirements

Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Exceptional organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite particularly Excel
Self-starter
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting
Prior experience as a Staff Accountant, or equivalent duties
GL, AP, and AR experience

Nice To Haves

International accounting experience a plus
Experience operating in a team environment

Responsibilities

Billing of monthly invoices
Handle Accounts Payable/Receivable duties; vendor correspondence
Process intercompany transactions and reconciliations
Record recurring and month-end closing journal entries (including Accruals and Prepayments)
Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliation
Process check requests, ACH and wire payments
Process Netting settlements
Prepare cash forecast and tracking activities
Maintaining documentation for accounts payable and purchasing
Record fixed assets and leases related transactions
Support team with monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting to management
Assist Senior Accountant on month-end closing
Assist Controller/Accounting Manager with the annual Audit and Budget Process employee expense and mileage reimbursements
Maintain relationship with shared JAS service centers
Other duties and projects as assigned