What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at TheASPTeam?
Our client is a distribution company seeking to hire an experienced GL Accountant in a Staff Accounting role. This person will cross-train to perform all functions supporting the accounting team, so will receive a very broad scope of exposure to allow them to grow and serve the team in this large, growing company.
Essential Job Functions:
- Prepare and enter journal entries.
- Prepare reconciliations and schedules to support financial statement preparation.
- Record daily cash activity and bank reconciliations.
- Assist Controller and department managers with account analysis, research and accounts reconciliations.
- Maintain analysis spreadsheets and communicate results to department heads.
- Assist with annual audits.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong Knowledge of GAAP
- Solid technology and analytical skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
- Must be organized, capable of operating in a fast-paced environment, able to handle pressure well, be self-motivated and detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Ability to work well with all levels of management and team members to foster a respectful and professional work environment.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
- 1-2 years of broad GL accounting experience required.
- Advanced Microsoft office with advanced Excel skills are required.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and SQL reporting a plus.