What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant (Accounting Solutions Team) position at Hungerford?
Description
As a key member of our Accounting Solutions Team, this Staff Accountant position will have opportunities to participate in providing a variety of services to our business, governmental, and non-profit clients. The primary day-to-day responsibilities involve providing accounting support to organizations in the greater West Michigan area. This will include a keen ability to meet deadlines, be proactive and provide consistent communication with clients and team members. Team members are provided with a clear path for career development and support to achieve.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine accounting tasks and balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintain client bill payment solutions
- Process client payroll, tax reporting, and perform routine maintenance
- File timely sales and use tax reporting
- Assist with research and filing annual 1099 returns
- Learn and develop proficiency in client technology stack including set-up and conversions.
- Proactive willingness to teach new staff and intern skills as needed
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
- Minimum 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience
- Public accounting experience preferred
- QuickBooks Online experience preferred
Qualifications
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Professional, personable, and patient
- Possess a curious mindset, willingness to learn, and ask questions as needed
- Demonstrate a servant focused mindset toward managing client and team relationships
- Ability to adapt to multiple businesses/industries
- Ability to work overtime to meet client and firm needs