Staff Accountant

Full-time

Description

Responsible for performing core functions of the accounting department related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and reporting

• Ability to process electronic documentation and maintain electronic records
• Ability to execute the following Accounts Receivable tasks: Generate and provide invoices to customers for fulfilled orders, Maintain accurate list of receivables and drive collections process, Processing credit card payments for customers
• Ability to execute the following Accounts Payable tasks: Receive and vouch supplier invoices by completing three-way match electronically, Process ACH and check payments for vouched supplier invoices, Maintain complete and organized electronic documentation within systems and inboxes
• Cash – Accurately record cash activity in general ledger, deposit checks, recording electronic receipts, accurately apply cash receipts to invoices, and reconcile bank accounts daily
• Perform month-end tasks such allocation and reclassification journal entries, report reconciliations, balance sheet account reviews
• Reporting – provide daily update on cash activity and balances to management
• Maintain clear and accurate working instructions
• Complete weekly inventory counts of finished goods inventory and assist with quarterly direct material inventory
• Work independently to complete time sensitive tasks and drive completion of departmental initiatives
• Assist Controller in other areas as needed, including working across multiple companies

Requirements

• Work experience : Minimum 4 years as part of a corporate accounting function, hands-on experience processing transactions such as billing and accounts payable or direct interaction with AP/AR/Cash department
• Technical Skills : Microsoft 365 proficiency including Excel, experience working within accounting software or ERP system
• Education : Degree in Business or Technical field preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Quality : Adheres to high level of accuracy in work and maintains attention to detail in documentation and transactional tasks. Capable of working independently and exercising sound judgment. Extremely organized and process driven.
• Ownership: Dependable professional with strong initiative that can anticipate departmental needs. Takes responsibility for work and assigned areas within the department, can be relied upon to execute and oversee assigned areas. Willingness to tackle complex problems and take-on projects/processes from beginning to end.
• Communication : Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally. Proactively provides timely updates, inquisitive, and initiates valuable conversations. Comfortable working collaboratively and able to shift priorities to accomplish team goals.
• Continuous Improvement : Desire to improve the quality and efficiency of work, looks for ways to make a positive impact on the department and takes ownership of assigned responsibilities. Ability to learn new tools and processes quickly, responds to change with a positive attitude.

Salary Description

$24/hr + dependent on experience