Staff Accountant

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and supporting various accounting functions across the organization. Your expertise will help ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements, and other regulatory standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in corporate and governmental accounting while contributing to the financial health of our organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver precise financial data that informs strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and collections.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP standards.
• Support internal controls compliance, including SOX documentation and testing procedures.
• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Workday, or PeopleSoft to record transactions and generate reports.
• Conduct detailed account analysis to identify discrepancies or variances, resolving issues efficiently.
• Support payroll management activities using systems like ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or UltiPro, ensuring accurate payroll processing and tax filings.
• Participate in audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Assist with budgeting processes and financial forecasting as needed.
• Maintain meticulous records of all accounting transactions and ensure data entry accuracy using tools like 10 key typing and double-entry bookkeeping techniques.
• file tax

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Proven experience in corporate accounting or public accounting environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and governmental accounting standards is highly desirable.
• Experience working with various financial software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Workday, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or UltiPro.
• Familiarity with payroll systems including ADP or Paychex is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability in account reconciliation, journal entries, balance sheet analysis, and general ledger management.
• Excellent math skills combined with strong attention to detail for data entry and account analysis tasks.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance procedures and internal control testing is a plus.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment. Join us as a Staff Accountant and become an integral part of our dedicated finance team! Your expertise will help us uphold the highest standards of accuracy while supporting our organization’s growth through precise financial management. We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive on delivering quality work in a collaborative setting—your contribution will make a meaningful impact every day!

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person