Staff Accountant

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the company's financial operations by managing the day-to-day accounting processes that keep the business running smoothly. Reporting to the Controller, this role is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, invoicing, and assisting with financial reporting projects as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounts Payable

• Process and manage accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Review and verify invoices, match them with purchase orders and contracts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized records of all payables and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage and monitor overdue accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Communicate with customers via phone, email, and other channels to resolve payment issues and negotiate payment terms.
• Update accounts receivable records and ensure accurate reporting on collection status.
• Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to address and resolve payment disputes.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Perform monthly reconciliation between project management system and QuickBooks Online to ensure accuracy of data.
• Various ad hoc reporting.
• Document management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, including exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger work
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or a comparable accounting system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize data, perform basic calculations, and use common formulas
• High attention to detail and comfort managing high-volume, transactional work
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned processes.
• Strong organizational skills and clear written and verbal communication