What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant II position at Search Services?
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our Client has built a long-standing reputation for stability, safety, and operational excellence. The organization empowers employees with meaningful responsibility, access to subject-matter experts, and opportunities to innovate from day one. With a commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance, Our Client continues to serve as a trusted partner in the energy sector.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Staff Accountant II supports the accounting function by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, conducting analyses, supporting month-end close activities, and contributing to a range of operational accounting projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations and recurring journal entries
- Analyze general ledger accounts on a regular basis
- Perform monthly reporting and accounting close duties for the function
- Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages
- Assist with journal entries, analytics, and close activities within set deadlines
- Provide invoicing support for contract-related transactions
- Apply appropriate accounting principles and ensure compliance with SOX, GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory standards
- Coordinate and prepare rate and tariff filings according to regulations
- Analyze current processes and recommend efficiency improvements
- Participate in special projects and provide cross-functional accounting support
- Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation
- Assist with budget preparation
- Support acquisition-related accounting and system integration
- Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 2-5 years of experience in an Accounting role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Energy industry experience is preferred
OTHER SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to work with moderate autonomy and manage basic accounting tasks independently
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, systems, and processes
- Understanding of technical accounting concepts at a foundational level
- Ability to coach less experienced team members on basic accounting concepts
- Comfort working with some ambiguity and tasks of moderate complexity
- Ability to contribute to reports and presentations
- Strong communication skills and the ability to participate constructively in group settings
- Willingness to respectfully share differing perspectives while collaborating effectively
- Basic understanding of business operations and the ability to build internal networks
- Moderate problem-solving capability with limited-impact risk
- Demonstrated teamwork and ability to work efficiently across the accounting function
PHYSICAL & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to move within the office environment to access files and equipment
- Frequent communication with internal and external stakeholders required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to meet essential job functions safely and successfully in alignment with ADA, FMLA, and other standards
- Ability to maintain reliable, punctual attendance
- Compliance with all personnel policies
ABOUT YOU
You demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently, and professionalism when dealing with internal stakeholders and external partners. You exercise tact and discretion, especially when handling sensitive or confidential information. You bring an entrepreneurial mindset that supports continuous improvement and innovative thinking.