What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Coastal Wave Recruiting?
The Staff Accountant supports the accounting department by maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end and year-end closings. This position requires strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP), and the ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries for general ledger accounts.
- Perform account reconciliations for bank, prepaid, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules and depreciation entries.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
- Help compile and analyze financial reports and statements.
- Assist with audit preparations and provide supporting documentation.
- Ensure financial records comply with company policies and accounting standards.
- Participate in process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Handle special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned by senior staff or management.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships included).
- Solid understanding of GAAP and basic financial principles.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment.
- Medical
- Dental
- 401K