Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will work with the Manager of Accounting – SEC Reporting and the Assistant Controller in the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations in conjunction with the monthly and quarterly close process, as well as assisting in monthly bank reporting and the external financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly/quarterly journal entries for certain areas of focus including, but not limited to, accruals, fixed assets, amortization, prepaid expenses, cash and payroll;

Assist with the management of the monthly account reconciliation process;

Prepare balance sheet and bank reconciliations;

Support the quarterly financial reporting process including, but not limited to, preparing financial statement tie-outs, aggregating supporting documentation and administrative items;

Collaborate with internal teams to resolve financial discrepancies and issues;

Perform analytical reviews of accounts;

Assist in the preparation monthly bank reporting packages;

Support ad hoc operational and technical accounting projects; and

Assist with external and internal auditor requests

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
• Proficient in Excel (including functions and formulas), Word and Outlook;
• 3-5 years of prior accounting experience preferred;
• Knowledge of JD Edwards Accounting Systems and SkyStem Account Reconciliation tool a plus;
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail;
• Fosters teamwork by promoting and maintaining an atmosphere of open communication;
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written & listening);
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative, be proactive and follow through;

Strong work ethic and sense of personal responsibility for work outcomes;

Must be flexible, organized and able to accurately work under time constraint

and deadlines; and

Ability prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.