What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Prestige Career Solutions?
Job Description
Job Description
Can work fully remote & from anywhere in the U.S., but& aligning to PT or CT time zones is preferred . If you are local to San Diego, you have the option of a flexible hybrid schedule, but it is& not required . There is& no mandatory onsite schedule , but the office is available, and some team members are there from Monday to Wednesday.
Key Considerations :
Fully remote is allowed , but you need to work in PT or CT hours.
If you're in San Diego, you& can & go in, but& it's not required .
You& must be available & for the& first 4 business days of every month , no exceptions.
There& may be overtime & during these first 4 days.
6-month contract with possible extension.
Job Description :
The primary role of Accounting Reporting function is to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Key deliverables include compiling and analyzing financial information, preparing balance sheet, profit loss statement, and other reports. Assist in preparation and accurate completion of periodic internal external financial regulatory statutory reports. Some of the roles within this function may oversee treasury team's activities in relation to cash, funding and foreign currency risk management.
Let’s talk about Responsibilities
The primary objective of General Accounting specialization within Accounting Reporting Job Family is to maintain daily financial transaction processes and ensure they are recorded accurately; operate efficiently and meet company policy and legislative requirements.
Key responsibilities include developing, implementing and / or maintaining one or more accounting systems : Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.
Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations.
Balances books and prepares profit and loss, cash flow, income and balance sheet statements.
Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
May prepare federal, state and local reports and tax returns.
May assist in the setup of processes and procedures that properly capture, track and report revenue and expense items, in accordance with the company policies.
May interpret reports and records for managers / stakeholders.
May be involved in reviewing, tracking and maintaining billing information in the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S.
GAAP and other accounting regulations.
Performs work in a specialized area of expertise that requires knowledge of fundamental themes, principles and concepts. Typically requires a university degree or equivalent work experience.
Responsibilities might include :
1) Performing routine professional-based activities (early in career)
2) Contributing to and managing projects (mid-career)
3) Providing advice / direction in primary areas of expertise (specialist and expert)
4) Leveraging professional expertise and relationships to contribute to strategy and drive business results (principal)relationships to contribute to strategy and drive business results (principal)
Builds productive internal / external working relationships.
Occasionally leads the work of project teams and might formally train junior staff.
Required :
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
This position is open to being fully remote and located anywhere in the US, but aligning to PT or CT time zone is preferred. They may work their standard local hours. Candidates local to San Diego and willing to work a flexible hybrid schedule are preferred. They wouldn't have a set onsite schedule, but some of the team is generally in the office from Monday - Wednesday, and the office space is available to them. Contract Length : This is a 6-month contract to start, with the option to extend as needed (depending on performance and business needs). This position will act as a floater - supporting different teams and covering LOAs / MAT leaves / PTOs as needed. They will fill in the gaps where the team needs support most. At the bare minimum, the contingent worker must be available and able to work the first 4 business days of each month. If they have prescheduled time off or expect to need these days off, they are not a fit. These 4 days each month are used for month end, and support during this time is required. Additionally, overtime during this time may be needed as well. While the job title is for an Accounting Specialist, the team is looking for an extremely experienced, high-level Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant.
The candidate should be a self-starter and ready to hit the ground running. They should be self-motivated, communicative, and want to stay engaged. Once they complete a task, they should check in and see what else they can help with. The ideal candidate likes a challenge and can be flexible. This is a GL Accounting role. The candidate needs an accounting degree. They don't need critical judgment or to review work, but they must be able to understand and follow instructions. They must understand US Gap, debits / credits, and full cycle AP / AR. Big plus if they have actual payroll experience (accounting payroll, not payroll processing) and experience with invoicing (not just pushing invoices through). Additionally, they may help with SOP documentation (they will use a provided template) so experience with this is a plus as well. Strong experience with NetSuite is required. They should also have strong experience with Excel.
MUST HAVE
Bachelor’s degree.
Accounting degree is required.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
5 years of experience in accounting and reporting.
Experience in Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.
Experience in preparing federal, state and local reports and tax returns.
Experience in GAAP and other accounting regulations.
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