Staff Accountant

Job Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting department with daily accounting activities, including maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month‑end and year‑end close processes. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. Essential Functions Propose and implement process improvements for streamlining procedures, and standardize and improve efficiency of process. Follow through on system improvements as identified. Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts Assist in regular variance analysis Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely. Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes. Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts. Maintain and update general ledger and subsidiary ledger systems. Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions as needed. Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations. Assist with the preparation of sales tax filings and other compliance reports. Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues. Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation. Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited accounting program 3+ years of progressive accounting experience Knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles Expertise in Microsoft office products, including Microsoft Excel Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Experience with NetSuite is a plus Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interface across all levels of the organization and with customers. Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment. Personal Characteristics Communicates effectively with all levels of employees. Exceptionally organized and detail‑oriented. Creative thinker and proactive problem solver. Passionate about accounting and continuous learning. Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment. Willingness to “roll up sleeves” to ensure tasks are completed. Brings a positive attitude and a sense of humor to the workplace. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. #J-18808-Ljbffr