Staff Accountant I

Description

Hybrid work schedule!!!

About ISG Technology

At ISG Technology, we're unlocking possibilities for our clients by providing IT services that help drive business growth. We're freeing them from the burdens of day-to-day IT maintenance, securing their networks, protecting their data and helping them design, implement and manage their IT infrastructure. And we've been doing it for over four decades.

Join in on the Success

As part of the Twin Valley Family of Companies and a fourth-generation family business, ISG Technology has grown and evolved into a recognized leader in the Midwest by aligning our success with the long-term success of our clients. We are consistently recognized in CRN’s Top Managed IT Service Providers in the nation, most recently as part of the Security 100 for excellence in managed security offerings.

But all those accolades take second stage to our Customer Satisfaction Scores (CSAT), which have consistently been 97% while our Net Promoter Score is 70, compared to the industry average of 47. If you're the type that takes pride in providing world-class support, you may have what it takes!

Key Accountabilities:

1) Process Accounts Payable

2) Process 1099s

3) Accounts Receivable and Collections

4) Intercompany AP/AR

5) Month-End Reconciliations 

Job Summary: Responsible for performing daily accounting activities; ensuring that proper accounting and recording of company transactions are performed in an accurate and timely manner. Responsible for cash reconciliation activities, accounts payable processing, and expense invoice coding. Responds to inquiries and contacts other departments and/or vendors to resolve a variety of problems. Assists in performance of various clerical duties. Maintains policies and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with rules and regulations and proper system of internal controls.

What you bring to the position:

• You embody and align with our core values and appreciate the strength and stability that comes from working with a values-based company. You appreciate the power and efficiency of consistency in the “ways” we operate. 
• You embrace change and have the resilience required to continually improve yourself. You can think creatively and can adapt to evolving situations.
• You understand the need to collaborate with your team members and other departments and that synergy comes from everyone rowing in the same direction. 
• You have a strong desire to provide customers with optimum technology solutions and exemplary customer service, and you achieve your goals that you mutually set with your supervisor.
• You are a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute your plan and deliver quarterly goals on a consistent basis.
• You take what you do seriously, but you do not take yourself seriously and you know how to have fun in a professional environment. You are humbly confident and use your knowledge to build confidence without being a “know-it-all.”

You successfully fulfill the following essential duties and responsibilities:

You will utilize your ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS to efficiently:

• Obtain approval and general ledging coding for vendor invoices.
• Calculate and record use tax on vendor invoices, as applicable.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Review vendor statements to identify past due/disputed amounts and work with other personnel to resolve issues.
• Prepare monthly GL account reconciliations.
• Maintain vendor information within accounting system.
• Maintain vendor W-9 information and prepare annual 1099 forms.
• Prepare and reconcile all cash withdrawal activity including analysis and explanation of key variances.
• Compile and prepare reports/schedules related to internal and external audits as required.

You use your COLLABORATIVE SKILLS:

• Assist with accounts receivable and purchasing duties, as needed.
• Provide data entry assistance for posting accounting information such as journal entries.
• Assist in development of internal financial policies and internal controls.
• Assists in month and year end closings.
• Provide assistance with questions relating to general ledger entries and departmental expenses.
• Support the company by completing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

As a successful employee, you will demonstrate the following professional skills as you carry out your position:

Oral Communications – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills and participate in meetings.

Written Communications – Write clearly and informatively, edit work for spelling and grammar; present numerical and statistical data effectively and read and interpret written information.

Customer Service – Respond promptly and courteously to customers’ requests for service and assistance; manage difficult or emotional customer situations.

Presentation – Deliver business, non-technical, and limited-technical presentations to audiences of 20-150 individuals.

Leadership – Lead people and get results through others in a positive and inspiring manner.

Ethics – Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethically; uphold company values.

Organizational Support – Follow company policies and procedures and complete other duties as assigned.

Judgment – Include appropriate people in decision-making process.

Interpersonal Skills – Maintain confidentiality; keep emotions under control; listen well.

Strategic Thinking – Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; analyze market and competition; identify external threats and opportunities and adapt strategy to changing conditions.

Planning and organization – Organize and manage multiple priorities; plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; meet deadlines.

Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments. 

Adaptability – Adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Task & Detail-Oriented – Manage and follow through on multiple tasks, items, and communications in a timely manner; focus and concentrate; perform tasks with a high-level of accuracy and attention to detail.

You will meet the following educational, licensing, certification and work experience requirements:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or related field required, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience required. 
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must have strong skills in Microsoft office software (excel, word, outlook).
• Skilled in using accounting software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and ongoing tasks while consistently meeting deadlines. 
• Ability to keep data, files, and all other company information confidential.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license; driving record must meet the criteria of ISG’s insurance carrier for acceptance of coverage.

You will embrace the ISG Technology Core Values:

Humor & Fun

1. We believe it’s important to take time outside of work to spend time with family and keep the wind in our sails.
2. We collaborate and value sharing our unique perspectives.
3. We’re inclusive and create activities that align with people’s interests and passions.

Resilience

1. We pride ourselves in meeting high-pressure challenges.
2. We never quit and demonstrate the ability to see daunting assignments through … successfully.

Lead by Example

1. We demonstrate courage in having crucial (and sometimes “tough”) conversations.
2. We are reliable and highly accountable in our use of systems and tools.

Continuous Improvement

1. We’re creative thinkers who can adapt to evolving situations.
2. We’re humbly confident, know our stuff, are willing to coach and be coached.
3. We’re willing to make “healthy” self-sacrifices for the greater good.

“Team First” Initiative

1. We are pro-active and stay on top of training and certifications.
2. We willingly take on more responsibility if we see a need and can assist.
3. We view individual accountabilities as representing the whole team.

You are able to work in the following environmental and working conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and phone.
• Work in a general office environment. 
• You have mental stability and emotional intelligence that enables you to meet all the requirements and qualifications of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.