Staff Accountant

Alcott HR is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team. The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including the Accounts Payable function. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end close
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and Balance Sheet/P&L accounts
• Assist with external audits and provide required documentation
• Review vendor invoices for accuracy and obtain proper levels of approval
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process checks runs, ACH and wire payments
• Maintain and reconcile the accounts payable ledger
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 2-3 years of accounting experience (public or private)
• Experience with accounting software (Sage Intacct preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPS, etc)
• High attention to detail
• Experience in a PEO environment a plus
• A proactive, optimistic mindset
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Problem solving and follow-up skills

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience

About Alcott HR

At Alcott HR, we have a Passion for People and Performance™. We empower leaders to focus on their core business purposes and meaning, which enables them to more quickly and efficiently grow their business. Alcott HR provides clients and business owners with customized solutions for running their business, including HR best practices, regulatory compliance, payroll, training and development, employee benefits, risk management support, workers' compensation insurance and employment related administration. We serve a diverse group of successful profit and not for profit businesses across the U.S. Get to know us by visiting www.alcotthr.com.

Alcott HR provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Alcott HR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.