What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Mills James?
Position Summary
Mills James is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role works closely with Finance leadership and management to support accurate financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, job costing, and audit preparation.
The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and takes pride in producing accurate, well-documented financial work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Mills James offers a comprehensive benefits package for this full-time position, including:
Mills James is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role works closely with Finance leadership and management to support accurate financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, job costing, and audit preparation.
The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and takes pride in producing accurate, well-documented financial work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prepare and record accounting entries across multiple journals, registers, and ledgers in accordance with company policies and GAAP
- Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including monthly bank reconciliations
- Support accounts payable activities to ensure accurate and timely invoice processing
- Update and maintain budgeting models and generate job cost analysis reports
- Open and close jobs and purchase orders (POs) and ensure accurate financial tracking
- Prepare detailed financial analyses and explanations of transactions for management reporting
- Collect and prepare documentation for external audits and thirdparty reviews
- Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Manage CDA documentation with multiple organizations
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients to obtain purchase orders and bill against approved budgets
- Follow established Mills James accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Minimum of 24 years of accounting or finance experience preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with accounting systems strongly preferred
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to read, interpret, and prepare financial statements and technical accounting reports
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment
- Ability to communicate clearly in person and electronically
- Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds
Mills James offers a comprehensive benefits package for this full-time position, including:
- Anthem ERC Medical, Guardian dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Additional benefits consistent with company policy