Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant 2 performs intermediate-level accounting responsibilities, including journal entries, reconciliations, fixed asset management, and project accounting support. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data while contributing to internal reporting, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will be required to work in the office three days per week during the first ninety days of employment, at which time other hybrid options will be discussed.

Essential Functions

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Prepare standard journal entries and reconciliations, including balance sheet accounts.
• Review coding and classification weekly to ensure proper AP entry.
• Support Staff Accountant 1 with accruals.
• Record biweekly payroll and allocate benefits; coordinate with HR to ensure timely HSA deposits.

Fixed Assets & Project Accounting

• Own fixed assets, record monthly depreciation, and maintain PPE roll forward schedules.
• Support the Project Manager with SCIP project budget vs. actual tracking, including expense, labor, and contractor costs.

Accounts Receivable & Reporting

• Prepare AR invoices for shipments of cathode, concentrate, and scrap.
• Assist with weekly and monthly internal reporting.
• Provide financial data and analysis as needed.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Support audit documentation and internal control processes.
• Maintain organized documentation for internal and external audit support.

Competencies

1. Financial management
2. Technical capacity
3. Analytical thinking
4. Communication proficiency 
5. Project management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Proficiency in accounting software; QBO experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills (lookups, formulas).
• High accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.  

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Potential for hybrid work. The successful candidate will be required to work in the office three days per week during the first ninety days of employment, at which time other hybrid options will be discussed.

Travel

Occasional travel between local mine properties may be expected for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 

Authorization to work in the U.S. 

AAP/EEO Statement 

Milford Mining Company is an equal opportunity employer

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

 Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2-4 years of experience with specific general ledger and fixed asset responsibilities.