Staff Accountant

Job Responsibilities:

• Administer the monthly close process
• Maintain the fixed asset and depreciation schedules
• Generate draft financial statements for review
• Post journal entries and review entries of junior staff, including reviewing cash receipts and accounts payables
• Perform monthly estimates and accruals
• Reconciles daily cash using the GP accounting system
• Work closely with outside accountants to ensure the timely filing and payment of all tax returns
• Assist in annual audit preparation
• Create and distribute monthly reporting, including dashboards and other monthly reporting analysis
• Support and/or lead projects across multiple functional areas
• Cross train and coverage as required, including billing and contracting
• Maintain accounting policies in compliance with GAAP and up-to-date written procedures for all accounting and finance functions
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and accounting software packages

• Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems, desire to take on advanced tasks
• Detail oriented, ability to multi-task, work independently and prioritize tasks
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial information to senior leadership
• Ability to understand business activities with a broader view than just the finance function
• Desire to learn about the industry and support the goals of the organization

Education and Experience Required:

• BS in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience
• CPA preferred but not required

This is an exempt position