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Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the daily accounting operations of the organization, with a primary focus on general ledger management and payroll processing. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in all financial transactions while providing analytical support to management. The Staff Accountant works closely with HR, Finance, and department leaders to maintain strong financial controls and support business objectives.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
/ Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basisÂ
/ Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and correctionsÂ
/ Assist with month-end and year-end close processesÂ
/ Process payroll accurately and on schedule, including review of timecards, deductions, and earningsÂ
/ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulationsÂ
/ Maintain payroll records and support audits as neededÂ
/ Prepare financial reports, summaries, and schedules for management and external auditorsÂ
/ Assist with AP/AR functions as needed, including invoice review and cash applicationÂ
/ Support budgeting and forecasting activitiesÂ
/ Maintain accurate documentation and uphold internal controlsÂ
/ Assist with special projects and process improvements within the Finance department
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
/ Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
/ Strong knowledge of general accounting principles (GAAP)
/ Proficiency in payroll processing, payroll systems, and compliance requirements
/ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
/ High attention to detail and accuracy
/ Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
/ Strong Excel skills; comfortable with financial systems and reporting tools
/ Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
/ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Education and Experience:
/ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
/ 2–4 years of accounting experience preferred
/ Experience with payroll processing required
/ Experience with ERP/accounting software preferred
/ CPA certification preferred
Personal Skills/Attributes required for the Position:
/ Proactive, organized, and self-driven
/ Strong sense of integrity and professional ethics
/ Dependable and responsive
/ Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well across departments
/ Commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement
Physical Demands:
/ The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, hear and talk.
/ The employee is frequently required to use hands.Â
/ The employee occasionally will be required to reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.Â
/ The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Â
/ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
/ This position may be required to work long hours extending into the weekends on some occasions.Â
/ Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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