Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

Staff Accountant is responsible in assisting the Controller of the company to maintain the financial records of the business. A person in this position does everything from administrative work to finance and accounting duties that relates to the financial aspects of the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following Essential Duties satisfactorily. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties of the position, provided it does not create an undue hardship on the Company.

• Prepare accounting related entries to numerous registers, journals and logs
• Works cross functionally with Divisions to assure accurate financial reporting information
• Prepares, maintains and develops schedules, reports and analyses for internal / external stakeholders
• Gathers, compiles and analyzes data to support certain accruals and estimates
• Performs month-end and year-end close processes
• Understands and prepares journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and job cost accounting
• Provides information and explanations for audit requests from external auditors and upper management
• Assist with sales tax and employment tax reporting
• Responsible for managing the fixed assets and depreciation schedules of any assets the company owns
• Follow company’s established accounting processes
• Able to work with large amounts of detailed data
• Assist other team members as needed
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• May be required to drive a vehicle for business purposes occasionally a. Maintain valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company policy
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for employee job performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because it requires the regular handling of confidential and / or proprietary Company, employee, and client information. Performing this job in a discreet and professional manner requires alertness at all times. Any lapse of attention could have a significant impact on the Company, its employees, and / or its vendors.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

BENEFITS