Staff Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and reports for various functions within the accounting department

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates and completes monthly close procedures
• Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Reconciles cash accounts, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other accounts as assigned
• Identifies, researches, and explains account fluctuations within the income statement and balance sheet to management
• Reviews vendor invoices to verify the accuracy of relevant information, identify errors, correct errors, and communicate

results to relevant stakeholders

• Analyzes the performance and profitability of various customers and relay these results to management on a monthly basis
• Assists with external financial audit and tax audits as needed
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with a high level of difficulty

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in accounting; internship or professional accounting experience is desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. at times