Staff Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month end closing task management
• Prepares monthly balance sheets and income (P&L) statements
• Maintains the general ledger
• May occasionally code invoices and sets up new accounts
• Reconciles accounts and helps close the monthly books
• Reconciles bank accounts monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks
• Reconciles company credit cards monthly, monitors spending daily
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit
• Responsible for the creation of sales orders within SAP and daily communication with program management team on project status
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies
• Co-manages the purchasing and invoicing system
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
• Ability to correctly prepare month end financial statements
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the company
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and ERP management experience

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, required
• At least three years of related experience required
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance