Staff Accountant I

Summary

The Staff Accountant I works directly with the Accounting Manager to prepare financial statements and other regulatory documents that conform to relevant principles of accounting and regulatory requirements. The position assists in the preparation of management reporting statements per management instructions and ensures internal control procedures are clear and sufficiently address risks for the Company as directed by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and general ledger reconciliations and actively participate in other relevant month end close activities
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of general ledger sub-ledgers and support month-end close activities, including processing account adjustments, transfers, and additions, while monitoring account balances for necessary corrections and proper classifications
• Proactively identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Participate in and lead assigned continuous improvement projects
• Assist with walkthroughs of key business processes and ensure that documentation of those processes are kept up to date
• Draft Accounting policies for review as assigned
• Assist with preparation of PBC’s for external audit
• Participate in internal audit processes under the supervision of Accounting Manager
• Assist Staff Accountants II/III, Accounting Manager, and Controller with business analysis and special projects
• Work with team to develop and maintain key business process procedures and ensure that documentation of those processes are kept up to date
• Assist with administrative management of Accounting and Finance systems and software as assigned
• Assist with preparation and completion of tax returns and other tax obligations as needed
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions
  
  

Positional Requirements & Qualifications

• Skills & Abilities
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
• Reliable
• Proactive
• Process driven
• A mindset for continuous improvement

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Audit, or Finance required
• 1-2 years of Accounting related work experience
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Must be able to travel in accordance to company driving guidelines
• Clear background check and drug/alcohol screening
  
  

Essential Physical Functions

• Travel: Less than 25%
• Lifting up to 20 pounds
• Bending, stooping, walking
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities The Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.