Summary/Objective

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is responsible for heavy compilation including bank reconciliation, general ledger and preparation of a balance sheet and income statement for a growing CPA firm specializing in financial planning to national clientele.

Essential Functions

• Prepare accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department.
• Establish records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts.
• Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Perform monthly and quarterly compilations including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; verify general ledger for accuracy
• Prepare after the fact payroll summaries and record journal entries
• Record journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to supporting documents
• Preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099
• Client contact as needed to facilitate completion of financial statements
• Responsible for multiple clients; organization of supporting documents; ensure timely financial reports for clients and planning teams.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting field, public accounting a plus
• Xero Software experience a plus
• QuickBooks experience
• Proficient in both Microsoft Word and Excel

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Essential functions and responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel
No travel is expected for this position

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands
This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing may be required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed based on management’s approval.