Staff Accountant
Job Title: Accountant II
Job Summary: The Accountant II plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing and analyzing accounting reports, and supporting overall accounting functions. The ideal candidate will perform a range of accounting tasks with moderate complexity, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of accounting principles.
Key Responsibilities:
Additional Experience:
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- General Ledger and Journal Entries: Prepare and post monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Account Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements, analyzing financial data to support decision-making.
- Budget Assistance: Support budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and financial insights to management.
- Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and supporting schedules.
- Expense Management: Review and analyze expenses, ensuring accurate allocation and adherence to budget.
- AP/AR Oversight: Provide support for accounts payable and receivable processes as needed, including reconciliations and tracking outstanding invoices.
- Process Improvement: Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in financial operations.
- Compliance: Ensure financial records and practices comply with internal policies, regulations, and accounting standards.
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Accounts Payable:
- Review validity and accuracy of vendor invoices
- Record A/P liabilities into the system
- Prevent duplicate entries by systematically recording original documents
- Reconcile subsidiary and general ledgers
- Prepare journal entries and assist in month/year-end closings
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Accounts Receivable:
- Compile daily cash/check receipts and deposit to the bank account
- Perform cash applications and ensure proper posting of receipts
- Reconcile and resolve customer deductions and complaints in a timely manner
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience: 2-4 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a corporate setting
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)
- Knowledge of Standards: Solid understanding of GAAP; CPA certification or progress towards certification is a plus
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights
- Detail Orientation: Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry Experience: Previous experience in [specific industry, if applicable] is a plus
- Advanced Skills: Familiarity with financial analysis tools and databases is a bonus
- Project Management: Experience in managing or contributing to accounting or finance-related projects