Staff Accountant

Position Summary Porter‑Starke Services, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to work in general accounting, specifically for accounts payable and to perform a variety of accounting, clerical and bookkeeping tasks. Strong Excel skills preferred. Position is full-time, Monday–Friday at our Valparaiso location. Benefits 401(k) with 20% company matching Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options Disability & Life Insurance Employee discounts (YMCA) Loan assistance $200/month Tuition reimbursement up to $5250 Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off and Paid Holidays – 11 observed holidays Company-wide employee recognition events Employee Wellness programs Duties and Responsibilities Receive deposit information and update cash daily. Maintain and monitor tracking system for all receipts and disbursements. Reconcile monthly bank statements. Analyze and interpret data. Maintain statements and records for non‑client revenue (e.g., rents, salary reimbursements, etc.). Set up new users for Expense Management. Review mileage/out of pocket expenses for reimbursement. Review and process monthly credit card transactions. Backup for Payroll Processing and Accounts Payable. Support Accounts Payable position. Help and support to other positions in the department as needed. Work with clerical employees regarding financial issues. Assist with other duties and projects as needed. Provide backup for Accounts Payable and Payroll. Provide data entry and scanning for Accounts Payable. Maintain grant worksheets for accounting reconciliation. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments and outside vendors. Maintain professional decorum, work ethic and personal conduct to reflect positively on agency. Competencies Knowledge of accounting systems and procedures within established systems and procedures. Calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, income and percentages. Apply concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Operating a personal computer, calculator and other office equipment. Communicating effectively on the telephone. Prioritizing work and making routine decisions. Typing and basic computer usage. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred. 0–2 years of accounting experience. Computer experience required with knowledge of Excel and Word. #J-18808-Ljbffr Porter-Starke 701