Why would I want this job?
Our client seeks an experienced, detail oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting group. This key role deals with a high volume of bank, intercompany and international reconciliations, all month-end closing duties, preparation of monthly financial statements in a multi-company environment, as well as working with outside accountants for domestic and international offices.
What would I be doing?
• Complete high volume of bank reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations involving foreign currency transactions.
• Handle all month-end closing duties including journal entry preparation, recording monthly activities and payroll entries.
• Maintain monthly detailed reconciliations with notes, schedules and account analysis, including payroll, intercompany accounts, fixed assets, and all balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and monthly reporting package in a multi-company environment.
• Work with outside accountants for domestic and international offices and assist with audits and external reporting.
• Perform other job duties and special projects on an as-needed basis.
What would make me qualified?
As a Staff Accountant you are a:
• Creative thinker – You are curious and unafraid to ask questions.
• Hard worker – You are industrious and diligent in everything you do.
• Innovator – You are willing to initiate changes and introduce new ideas.
Your experience includes:
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
• GAAP Accounting, advanced knowledge of accounting functions, specifically month end close, bank reconciliation and intercompany reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills and follow-through in completion of projects.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work well under tight deadlines.
• Good communication with the ability to interact positively with others inside and outside the organization.
• Knowledge of Great Plains Accounting Software is helpful as is previous experience in a Customer Service organization.