Staff Accountant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A four-year degree in accounting from an accredited college or university is preferred; other business degrees are considered.
• For Senior Staff Accountant criteria: 3 or more years of experience in an accounting field.
• Previous experience as a staff accountant is preferred.
• Ability to identify financial issues and propose resolutions to management.
• Ability to operate and lead the department in the manager's absence.
• Ability to act as a role model and guide staff accountants and clerical staff.
• Advanced spreadsheet, database, and computer knowledge.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently and communicate information effectively.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Commitment to customer service for internal and external customers.
• Ability to preserve confidential information.
• Initiative in understanding process flows and internal controls.
• Ability and willingness to work with purpose and urgency.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and work well in an inclusive, communicative team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a staff accountant.
• A four-year degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for approval by the Accounting Manager.
• Prepare internal and/or external reporting to support business owners and appropriate financial statement disclosure.
• Assist management with system implementations and testing.
• Prepare analyses for management and external auditors for quarterly and annual analytical reviews.
• Keep position procedure documentation up to date.
• Communicate with vendors and internal associates to answer questions and resolve issues, including reconciling and auditing company records.
• Investigate and analyze discrepancies, recommend resolutions, and escalate issues as needed.
• Prepare and run daily, weekly, and monthly reports, and sort and distribute them as necessary.
• Assist with company projects as assigned and cross-train in multiple department positions.
• Develop reporting for internal or external use as needed.