Staff Accountant

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for monthly and quarterly financial reporting for multiple divisions. This position assists the Accounting Manager with financial statement analyses, general accounting, third party accounting/reporting, audit compliance and acquisition integration in accordance with GAAP. Responsibilities Participate in the month end general ledger financial close cycle, including processes required for full SOX compliance for assigned divisions/functional accounting processes. Prepare journal entries with supporting documentation. Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial close. Prepare month-end variance analysis. Ensure all general ledger accounts are reconciled to supporting detail on a monthly or quarterly basis and reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis for assigned divisions/functional accounting processes. Participate with other internal groups to implement and maintain best practice accounting processes and formulate templates/models as needed. Perform ad hoc tasks as required. Maintain sufficient documentation that all transactions are recorded and supported in the general ledger and appropriate sub-ledgers on a periodic basis. Post journal entries and prepare reconciliations ensuring accounting is in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles with thorough understanding of underlying business activities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field. Strong skills with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required. Experience with Microsoft D365, Blackline and close management tools preferred. Must have strong attention to detail to deliver a high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to maintain a positive professional attitude. Ability to interface with multiple departments and develop relationships with key accounting and finance personnel both in local and remote locations. Ability to identify, qualify and prioritize activities. Ability to work well with individuals at all levels, inside and outside the organization. Self-motivating, hard-working and proactive, taking ownership and pride in their work and consistently seeking to learn new things.