Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Oversee and assist with core accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance activities. This role involves maintaining monthly financial records, aiding in budget and audit preparations, supporting cross-functional payroll and tax needs, and providing reliable internal and external customer support across various department functions.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and integrity of the monthly financial statements, account analyses, and journal entries.
• Work closely with Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to act as a backup in payroll.
• Prepare and gather information for annual 1099 reporting.
• Assist with month-end close process.
• Responsible for preparing sales tax & VAT reporting for applicable areas.
• Responsible for project accounting and fixed assets for ACORD.
• Support internal and external customer needs and maintain an expected level of "customer service."
• Assist with customer invoicing for ACORD.
• Assist with reviewing of expense accounts.
• Assist in preparation for audits by providing explanations for analysis for the quarterly & year-end reviews.
• Maintain and compile information for Budgeting and Forecasting purposes.
• Assist with special projects, as business needs arise.

Education & Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Excellent verbal and business writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with automated General Ledger systems.
• Excellent verbal and business writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Adaptability and willingness to learn additional accounting responsibilities and systems.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years relevant accounting experience.
• Strong background in understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Proficient with automated General Ledger systems.
• Produced accurate, complete, and well-supported accounting work on schedule.