Job description
Job Overview
The Staff Accountant’s responsibilities include maintaining financial records and reports, performing account reconciliations, and close processes. This position will also assist the Finance Department as needed and respond to information requests by members of management and third parties (i.e., auditors, vendors, etc.).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the management and performance of the monthly close
- Posts of journal entries and preparations of B/S account reconciliation
- Proactively identifies and communicates general ledger and accounting related issues
- Researches and follows up on reconciling items found during reconciliation process
- Preparation and maintenance of various schedules
- Supports both accounts payable and account receivable activities
- Fully understands the P&L to scrub each month end, and makes GL coding updates and identifies/corrects the base issues
- Updates existing SOPs and develop new SOPs as needed in a timely manner
- Assists in special projects, ad hoc reporting, and analysis
- Identifies, proposes, and assists in the implementation of business process improvements
- Develops nonstandard reports and statements
- Assists in procuring information for the annual audit
- Cross trains in various accounting functions
- Solves business problems, investigate, and seeks out cost savings opportunities for the organization
- Within the limits of delegated responsibility, makes day-to-day decisions concerning the accounting treatment of financial transactions
- Provides financial analysis, planning and budget control
SKILLS
- Understanding of revenue recognition
- Accounting policies and GAAP
- Month end close and B/S reconciliation experience
- Highly proficient in MS Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
- Working knowledge of US GAAP
- Strong general accounting skills
- Preferred - Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central or similar accounting system
- Communication skills - Verbal: Listens and repeats back for clarification; Communicates in understanding manner; Adapts tone and style to individual; Communicates clearly with all audiences; Demonstrates effective presentation skills; Presents persuasively when appropriate
- Communication skills - Written: Writes in an understandable manner; Communicates clearly and efficiently; Adapts writing style to audience; Checks work for spelling and grammar; Incorporates numerical data effectively; Formats documents for quick review
- Time Management: Plans how to achieve key priorities weekly; Reviews results of time plans weekly; Schedules time realistically; Achieves key priorities daily; Balances personal and professional objectives
- Relationship builder: Builds ongoing business relationships with prospective clients and with new and established clients based upon personal integrity and achieving proposal goals
- Understands importance of clear and concise documentation
- Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
ATTRIBUTES THAT WILL DRIVE SUCCESS:
- Business Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values; Abel to maintain sensitive and confidential information
- Maintains records and promptly submits information; Displays tenacity with the ability to manage rejection.
- Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit
- Motivator: Leads by example with a positive, achiever attitude resulting in results-rich, enjoyable client, manager, and staff work environments
- Maintain and advocate for a high degree of professionalism when dealing with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders
- Ability to work with limited supervision and direction
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on commitments
QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- EXPERIENCE – Minimum 3-5 Years
- GREAT ATTITUDE, team player
The Benefits of Working for Abacus:
- Competitive compensation
- Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and PTO
- Exposure to diverse array of technologies
- Part of a team of experienced technicians that aim to deliver exceptional service
- Opportunities to further technical education through certification programs
- Positive, friendly, supportive office environment
- Workplace perks such as healthy snacks, wellness programs, and fun events
