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Job Title: Staff Accountant Deposits & Remittances
Department:Finance / Accounting
Reports To:Accounting Manager
Position Summary The Staff Accountant Deposits & Remittances is responsible for supporting the accurate processing, recording, and reconciliation of customer deposits and remittance activities. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with foundational experience who is ready to take ownership of recurring cash-related processes while continuing to develop technical accounting skills and internal control awareness.
Key Responsibilities Deposits & Cash Receipts
- Process and post daily customer deposits (checks, ACH, wire, and credit cards) with a high degree of accuracy.
- Apply payments to customer accounts and invoices in accordance with established procedures.
- Research and resolve routine discrepancies related to cash receipts, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Maintain complete and well-organized deposit documentation and logs.
Reconciliations & Controls
- Perform regular cash and deposit reconciliations.
- Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Follow and support internal controls related to cash handling, segregation of duties, and approvals.
- Provide audit support related to deposits, remittances, and cash transactions.
Qualifications Required
- Associates degree in Accounting or FinanceORBachelors degree in progress or completed.
- 12 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and general ledger activity.
- Experience with Excel (reconciliations, formulas, data review).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage recurring deadlines.
Preferred
- Experience with cash receipts, AR, or bank reconciliations.
- Experience using accounting or ERP systems.
Key Competencies
- Accuracy and consistency
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Problem-solving and follow-up
- Ability to work independently within defined processes
- Effective communication and teamwork
Salary : $20 - $24