Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

MERS/Missouri Goodwill Industries is looking for an energetic, self-motivated, and professional Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team! The ideal candidate will support our mission, "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and embody our core values of diversity, integrity, passion, professionalism, respect, and responsibility. If you're seeking an opportunity that empowers you to achieve new goals while pursuing a mission-driven career, then this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Accountancy is required.
• Experience with General Ledger accounting is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in all accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and corporate accounting tasks.
• Maintain the general ledger through posting transactions and entries.
• Implement and adhere to internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in reviewing financial transactions and statements.
• Conduct general ledger maintenance and aid with month-end closing.
• Assist with the completion of month-end, annual budget, and year-end audits.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and meet deadlines, even in demanding situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Individual and family medical benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Individual and family dental and vision benefits on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement + Employer Match after one year of employment for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(A) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• PTO Accrual up to 15 days based on hours worked.
• Employee store discount
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth Opportunities

MERS Missouri Goodwill is an equal-opportunity employer. MERS Goodwill does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor. MERS Missouri Goodwill requires various background and records checks upon employment.