Staff Accountant

AMERICAN STUDENT TRANSPORTATION PARTNERS INC • Media, PA

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About The Position

The Corporate Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, directly contributing to the preparation, analysis and issuance of financial statements to the company’s leadership team, equity sponsors, and other stakeholders. In this role you will be responsible for reconciling account balances, maintaining the general ledger, performing month-end close procedures and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations and policies. You will have regular interface with operational personnel and customers to gather data and information to build the necessary datasets, conduct analyses and issue periodic reporting.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree with an accounting major is required
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in accounting; ideal candidates will have experience in audit or corporate accounting environment

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrates excellent financial and quantitative skills
• Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Professional interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a collaborative, creative team environment

Responsibilities

• Perform Balance Sheet and monthly account reconciliations and analysis
• Create journal entries and relevant supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP
• Act as a key contributor to monthly close process
• Provide support to auditors
• Assist the preparation of annual budgets
• Aid in treasury reporting and compliance
• Prepare customer invoices and support collection efforts
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees