Staff Accountant

Classification: Exempt, Full-Time | Location: Hybrid Remote / Office Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexibility required for Month/Year-End) Role Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for the daily and monthly financial operations supporting multiple business entities . This role serves as the primary engine for Month-End and Year-End closing , lead for 1099 compliance , and the principal processor for collateral and inventory reporting across the entire organization. Key Responsibilities Collateral & Inventory Administration: Serve as the main processor for daily and weekly borrowing base reports, including inventory reconciliations and tracking ineligible assets. Month-End & Year-End Close: Execute comprehensive closing procedures, including journal entries for accruals, prepaids, and revenue deferrals. General Ledger & Multi-Entity Oversight: Perform regular reconciliations and reviews of balance sheet accounts. Operational Accounting Accounts Payable & Vendor Relations: Process vendor invoices, manage purchase order workflows, and coordinate payment runs. Oversee expense management systems and internal cost allocations. Accounts Receivable & Cash Flow: Manage the A/R lifecycle, including invoicing, proactive collections, and daily cash application across all business units. Data Accuracy: Review and correct chart of account coding to ensure precision in revenue and expense reporting. Compliance & Audit Support 1099 Leadership: Lead the annual 1099 process, including vendor W-9 verification and electronic filing. Audit Coordination: Assist the Controller in preparing schedules and documentation for external audits and responding to stakeholder audit inquiries. Skills & Qualifications Technical Expertise Thorough understanding of GAAP and fiscal accounting techniques. Proficiency in integrated accounting systems and expense management software. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data reconciliation and analysis. Experience & Education Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred. Experience: 3+ years of progressive accounting experience; Public accounting experience and CPA license strongly preferred. Mult-entity or parent-subsidiary experience is a plus Core Competencies Financial Acumen: Strong ability to interpret and reconcile complex financial data. Efficiency: Proven ability to manage high-volume transactional tasks under strict deadlines. Multi-Entity Navigation: Ability to maintain accuracy and focus while toggling between different company structures and requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint Paul Commodities