Staff Accountant
Responsibilities:
• Manage accounts payable activity by reviewing invoices, securing internal approvals, and recording transactions accurately in the general ledger.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve missing or unmatched items, and confirm expenses and credits are captured in the proper reporting period.
• Administer vendor payment processing, including preparing weekly check runs and maintaining complete support for disbursements.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close tasks to help meet established financial reporting deadlines.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and explain unusual account activity with clear supporting analysis.
• Partner with the Controller to monitor spending patterns and flag expense trends that may affect budget performance.
• Maintain vendor tax documentation and review payment records to support year-end 1099 reporting requirements.
• Strengthen accounting documentation by attaching invoice and journal entry support in QuickBooks Online and keeping records audit-ready.
• Contribute to process improvements, including greater use of electronic files and more efficient accounting workflows.
• Provide responsive support for audits, special analyses, and other accounting needs as business priorities evolve.
Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant or closely related role.• Hands-on experience using QuickBooks Online in an accounting environment requiring strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience handling accounts payable processes with strong attention to accuracy and documentation.
• Ability to research discrepancies independently, identify root causes, and communicate findings clearly.
• Familiarity with vendor tax documentation and year-end reporting considerations, including 1099 compliance.
• Understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, or related transactional tax concepts is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain high-quality, detail-focused work.
Compensation
$30.00-$35.00 HourlyAbout Us
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