Staff Accountant

Position Purpose The Staff Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Staff Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. Staff Accountant duties also include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all of our accounting tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs general accounting and other related duties in the accounting department Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable Analyze financial information and summarize financial status Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending Provide technical support and advice on Management Accountant Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process Provide input into department's goal setting process Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule Assist with tax audits and tax returns Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance Support month-end and year-end close process. Ensure compliance with GAAP principles Assists with month end close and board report preparation Maintains the general ledger, including account reconciliations Monitors Accounts Payable and Purchasing ensuring proper coding Process direct deposit payments Calculate and deposit payroll taxes Process and issue annual W-2 forms to employees Properly code payroll within the general ledger Assists with payroll coding and recoding throughout the year Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required. 3+ years of accounting experience required Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software; experience with Abila, is preferred Ability to accept assignments, follow procedures and work without constant supervision Must have the ability to deal with people in a professional manner Must be able to maintain complete confidentiality In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables Benefits Medical Insurance; low individual premiums Child Inc employer paid benefits: Vision Dental Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance Policy Employee Assistance Program all paid for by Child Inc. 401k with employer contribution $300 a year for gym memberships