Staff Accountant Financial Reporting

Staff Accountant Financial Reporting

Unique

Skills:

Accounting majors preferred. Education or experience with Accounting Information systems a plus.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Acctg or Finance required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2 years of related experience. Master's Degree in Acct or Finance or CPA may offset 1 year of experience. Proficient in the use of MS applications, principally Excel is required. Strong technology expertise in other applications a plus.

Position

Purpose:

Applies principles of financial reporting with a primary focus on basic analysis of financial reporting data, knowledge of financial reporting systems involved in the financial reporting process.

• Analyzes and maintains a complete and accurate general ledger; prepares managerial and financial reports.
• Prepares and compiles financial data in a timely manner to support established schedules and deadlines.
• Prepares journal entries and supporting schedules for closing.
• Reconciles assigned accounts including preparation of appropriate documentation.
• Identifies problems and potential improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Prepares schedules, reports, presentations, etc. for management.
• Under immediate supervision, follows established procedures to perform tasks that are routine in nature, requiring little evaluation, originality, or ingenuity.
• Analyzes records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Responsible for ensuring that the journal entry process is monitored and completed to ensure accurate preparation of financial statements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.