Staff Accountant II

Staff Accountant II

Prepare financial reports and statements for the organization. Ensure accounting controls are maintained.

• Conduct financial reporting through the analysis of account balances and transactions. Ensure the accounting system allows for adequate reporting.
• Post journal entries and create new accounts.
• Analyze the effects of transactions on account balances and research inconsistencies and unusual charges.
• Complete all duties related to month-end closing. Reconcile bank statements, perform closing journal entries, review account balances, and prepare financial statements.
• Maintain month-end task list ensuring all processes are assigned and completed. Track list daily from DAY-1 through DAY-5 of the close process. Communicate internally and externally with customers to ensure accountability
• Assist Controller with monthly balance sheet account preparation, review and approval.
• Assist Controller with annual external audit, single-audit and 990 preparations
• Facilitate departmental cross-training and documentation

• Participate in various accounting-related projects, including writing proposals, researching new business opportunities, attending conferences, and/or preparing special topics for Finance Committee meetings.
• Review and consider the need for new or changed processes and controls.
• Assist departments with budgets and financial results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Course work in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in accounting or financial reporting is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.

• Knowledge of accounting principles and theories; understanding of GAAP.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Keen analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.

• General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.

• Finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer keyboard and related office equipment.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Regular attendance is essential for this hybrid role, which may include field, remote and in-office work.

I understand that:

• This job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed. The contents of this job description are job requirements, and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
• Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.
• I have read and understand this job description.