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Staff Accountant

ST Solutions
Salem, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general ledger functions including preparing journal entries, performing account analysis, reconciliation of accounts, and assisting with financial reporting as directed by the Controller.


Primary Responsibilities:

Prepare journal entries

Post journal entries into general ledger system in Prophet 21

Perform general ledger account analysis

Backup on researching and voiding lost checks

Process adjustments and bank deposits

Reconcile cleared checks

Process special fund transactions

Provide management reporting

Perform monthly close procedures

Prepare month-end reports

Prepare financial expense reporting and research

Serve as backup for processing cash receipts

Process all electronic payments

Upload check processing

Approve Concur expense reports

Backup as Concur administrator, including addressing system issues

Prepare business license and personal property tax returns

Backup on performing vendor maintenance

Prepare and process all sales tax returns

Register company in new states and localities, when necessary

Backup for processing credit application for vendors, including tax exempt certificates

Assist with cell phone maintenance

Request and maintain vendor W-9 data

Perform 1099 reporting and filing

Process manual credit card transactions

Assist with special projects as assigned by the Controller or CFO

Assist with internal audits

Responsible for understanding, implementing, and maintaining the Salem Tools’ quality management system

Responsible for understanding and striving to meet Salem Tools’ quality goals and objectives.

Responsible for the timely close out of internal audit findings.

Responsible for documenting customer complaints and implementing corrective and preventative action where necessary.


Position Requirements:


Must have a 4-year degree in accounting or business, or a 2-year degree with equivalent experience

Minimum of 5 years in accounting with a background in overall general ledger functions.

Must have a proficient knowledge of computers and related software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

Must have leadership capabilities

Excellent problem-solving capabilities

Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to details

Must be able to handle multiple tasks

Ability and desire to be a team player

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and Company personnel

Must have a professional and courteous demeanor at all times

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