Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to start immediately and support a dynamic accounting team. This position will play a critical role in supporting the financial operations of an organization with multiple legal entities and a complex corporate structure. The Staff Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and contribute to the company's overall financial health.

You'll work a hybrid schedule, with some days from home and others from the company's Huntsville location. This is a temporary position with hourly pay starting at $30/hour, based on experience, needed through February 2025 or longer. Hours may vary from part-time to 40 hours/week with overtime pay. Depending on performance and company needs, this could become a permanent position.

Responsibilities will vary depending on your experience and areas of expertise. You'll need to be flexible and comfortable with a variety of tasks.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities may include:

Accounting Operations

• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Reconcile accounts, including bank accounts, intercompany accounts, and general ledger accounts, for multiple legal entities.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Intercompany Transactions

• Monitor and record intercompany transactions, ensuring proper documentation and elimination during consolidation.
• Work closely with legal entity controllers to align on intercompany reconciliation and compliance.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and addressing auditor inquiries.

Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures for financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to tax and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Update and maintain accounting policies and procedures specific to multi-entity operations.

Analysis and Collaboration

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Tax, Treasury, and Legal, to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations.
• Support special projects such as system implementations, mergers and acquisitions, and process improvements.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• MBA, CPA, or CMA desirable
• Five or more years of progressive Accounting experience
• Background in high-volume, dynamic organizations
• Multi-company and/or manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Exceptional problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interaction skills

Salary : $30 - $40