Staff Accountant I

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, assisting in month-end processes, and other ad hoc duties as needed by the Controller and other departments. This role also supports account reconciliations, internal controls, and cross-departmental collaboration using internal accounting and workflow systems.

Job Description:

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and send client invoices accurately and on time
• post client payments
• Use ERP system to enter and maintain statements of work
• monitor the accounts receivable aging report

Accounts Payable

• Process accounts payable, ensuring expenses are coded, approved, and paid accurately and on time
• maintain expense reporting software
• monitor the accounts payable aging report
• Prepare journal entries for prepaids and accruals during month-end
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements

General Accounting Support

• Work with Controller to perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations
• Support Controller during audits
• Contribute to internal controls by preparing process documents and identifying process improvements
• Document management (e.g., invoicing records, vendor records, and accounting process documentation)
• Collaborate frequently and in real time, both within the department and cross-functionally as needed
• Coordinate with the Controller to perform other duties as needed

Competencies

• Excellent collaboration, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to understand and implement processes
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of accounting software
  • Experience with NetSuite, Ramp, and Asana is a plus
• Strong aptitude for learning new systems
• Ability to work productively in a virtual environment (e.g., self-starter, disciplined, troubleshooting, maintaining camera-on during video meetings)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information

Travel

• Up to 10%

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings Available:    

1