What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at The CORE Institute?
Our company is an exciting, fast-paced organization that is committed to establishing modern processes, scalable systems, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are seeking a Staff Accountant – Corporate to join our talented accounting team and keep pace with our dynamic environment. This role offers broad exposure across multiple accounting functions, providing opportunities to leverage your expertise, contribute to our ongoing success, and grow within a collaborative team. You will rotate through areas such as revenue, payroll, fixed assets, leases, treasury, and consolidations, working closely with experienced directors and managers. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-energy setting, supports process enhancements, and is eager to drive career growth while contributing to our shared goals.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Responsible for assisting the Accounting department with the month-end close process including preparation of monthly journal entries and reconciliations. Assists with various special projects as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Execute month-end close activities across various accounting functions.
- Support projects, process optimizations, and system enhancements.
- Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses to ensure financial accuracy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align accounting processes and improve accuracy.
- Identify and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and controls with corresponding solutions.
- Adapt to evolving priorities while contributing positive energy to a collaborative team environment.
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
EXPERIENCE
- 2 years of public accounting experience and/or 2 years in industry
- Strong accounting foundation
- Ability to excel in a collaborative team environment and adapt to an evolving workplace.
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and corporate accounting practices.
- Knowledge and understanding of finance/accounting systems and designing processes and procedures
- Accounting workpaper design and documentation
SKILLS
- Analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Communication and time management skills
- Intermediate Excel skills
ABILITIES
- Ability to act with integrity and professionalism
- Ability to perform accounting related tasks at a high level
- Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to act with integrity and professionalism
- Ability to engage and foster strong partnerships with the leaders and team members across HOPCo.
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Normal office environment
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
- Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
- Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.
ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be read and signed.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.