Staff Accountant

The staff accountant maintains accurate financial records and ensures regulatory compliance by performing daily accounting tasks such as recording month closing transactions, monitoring accounts payable/receivable entries, reconciling G/L accounts, and preparing financial reports. They often support senior accountants and contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and auditing processes, ensuring all activities adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Job Purpose ob Purpose

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheets, and income statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Account Maintenance: Record month end financial transactions, update the general ledger, and maintain organized accounting records.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements and other accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with the creation and management of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Tax Compliance: Prepare and file tax returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Auditing: Coordinate internal and external audits, preparing necessary documentation and controlling timeliness of requirements. Qualifications & Skills Required lifications & Skills Required:
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

• 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting operations.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with international or multi-entity accounting, preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proactive mindset with strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Familiarity with corporate accounting software and ERP systems (SAP and QuickBooks, preferred).
• Knowledge of technical accounting, financial reporting, and control frameworks.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• GAAP Knowledge, a thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform to tight deadlines.
• Bilingual English- Spanish; additional languages are an asset.

Work Setting Work Setting

· Office setting: sitting for long periods of time

· Able to have the option to work from office and home in Hybrid work structure.

Direct Reports Direct Reports

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