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Job Description
Job Description
Staff Accountant
Position Type : Full-time, 100% in office
Hours : Mon-Fri, 40-45 hours per week
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. As a key member of the accounting department, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and company policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting processes, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
Key Responsibilities :
Account Reconciliation
Perform daily and monthly reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accounted for : Bank, Credit Cards, Vendor statements, AR aging, and others as assigned.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Process invoices daily from vendors.
Match POs to invoices and reconcile for entry.
Manual entry of invoices without a PO.
Work with receiving and purchasing departments as needed for discrepancy variances.
Work with vendors as needed.
Prepare payments including checks, ACH transfers, and credit cards weekly.
Maintain accurate vendor records including payment types and W-9s.
Record cash receipts to customer accounts.
Assist with invoicing and collections.
Maintain accurate customer contacts to ensure invoices, W-9s, and tax exemption forms are delivered on time.
Audits and Compliance
Conduct internal audits on point-of-sale transactions.
Ohio BWC True-Up audit.
Taxes
Calculate and file Sales / Use Tax return.
Calculate and file Quarterly CAT Tax.
Prepare 1099’s at year-end.
Collaboration
Identify areas for process improvement, propose solutions, and collaborate to implement them.
Must work well with others in a team environment, interacting with the Receiving Department, Customer Service, Sales Team, vendors, and customers.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring documentation is properly filed and retained.
Accounting projects as assigned.
Provide backup to other administrative positions when necessary.
Skills and Competencies
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Time management skills – consistency and proactiveness are essential for the position.
Thorough knowledge of general accounting and controls, ability to review financial reports for discrepancies.
Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, organized individual able to handle multiple tasks while working independently or as part of a team across multiple departments.
A proactive and independent work ethic, a passion for continuous learning and process improvement, taking ownership of assigned tasks.
Advanced skills in Excel and Microsoft Office.
Experience using QuickBooks.
Must be flexible and willing to take on new roles and responsibilities.
Highly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the company, along with their career.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with internal and external counterparts.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Active listening skills.
Trustworthiness and discretion regarding confidential company information.
Willing to work beyond normal scheduled work hours as necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field preferred.
High school diploma or GED required.
2 years of experience as a staff accountant or a similar finance role preferred.
General understanding of accounting process and financial principles.
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
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