Staff Accountant

Description:

Description
The Staff Accountant is essential to the Agency, managing daily accounting tasks, including recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate records. This role involves creating financial reports that reflect the company's financial status and ensuring compliance with accounting standards to mitigate risks. The Staff Accountant’s input is particularly important during month-end closing, where accuracy and timeliness are crucial. Effective communication with other departments is necessary to accurately depict the Agency’s financial position.
Requirements
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare bank deposits and accurately record payment transactions
Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
Handle tasks related to accounts payable and receivable, including tracking invoices, processing payments, reconciling statements, and ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
Manage in-house manual payment checks
Ensure accuracy of financial data and identify discrepancies
Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests
Reconcile journal entries by verifying them against supporting documents, resolving discrepancies, and preparing adjustments for accurate month-end financial reporting.
Prepare and send comprehensive monthly reports, detailing departmental performance statistics and project updates
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
Process payroll timecards by verifying employee hours, resolving discrepancies, and managing salary batches to ensure accurate and timely payments
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
1–4 years of accounting experience
Knowledge of GAAP and basic accounting principles
Experience with accounting software (Bill.Com. or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently and collaborate in a mission-driven environment
Physical Demands
The work involves normal physical activity associated with an office environment. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.

Work Environment and Schedule
The work involves normal physical activity associated with an office environment. The schedule will be regular business hours with some weekend and evening hours as necessary to meet job requirements.

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