Description:
The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.
Requirements:
- Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.
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Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
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Maintains the general ledger.
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Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
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Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly verifies deposits and addresses inquiries from banks.
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Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections.
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Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
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Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
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Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
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Coordinates with software vendors to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
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Manages the purchasing and invoicing system.
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Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
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Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
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Ability to correctly prepare tax reports.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.
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Education and Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, required.
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At least three years of related experience required.
Physical Requirements:
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Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
