Staff Accountant

Position Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Finance and Accounting
Reports To: Head of Finance and Accounting
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday - Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Exempt / Non-Exempt: Exempt

Purpose:

The fundamental role of a Staff Accountant is to prepare and review financial documents, reports, and statements. A Staff Accountant oversees all accounting procedures (e.g. tax returns, month-end closures, budgeting) and advise on general financial matters.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Extensive General Ledger Work
  • Review the monthly P&L to ensure accuracy of expenses & review account analysis on Balance Sheet
  • Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and bank reconciliations across multiple companies
  • Ownership of the monthly close process with agreed upon key metrics
  • Responsible for the monthly financials – Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow & Forecast, Inventory Reconciliation and Forecast
  • Track all incoming invoices for accuracy in the AP process
  • Match invoices with pre-approved PO’s for payment
  • Submit invoices/PO’s for accounting input into the A/P system
  • Track all incoming payments against the A/R report
  • Manage all the archived financial records
  • Receive and input received transplant records (TUR cards) for tracking purposes
  • Inventory Management and inventory counts/audits
  • Extensive data entry in the inventory system
  • Weekly AR reporting to key partners
  • Assume ownership of various administrative functions as assigned from the company’s Director, Partners and VP of Finance
  • Collaborate with various departments (donor intake, production, distribution) to ensure proper recording of raw materials through production and distribution is maintained.
  • Prepare financial statements for accuracy and legal compliance.
  • Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
  • Perform monthly bank settlements.
  • Prepare necessary documentation for external auditors.
  • Assist with establishing internal controls.
  • Ensure company financial health is maintained by building and using financial models for cash flows, income, and balance sheet accounts.
  • Assist Director of Financial with manufacturing and finished casting and tracking
  • Starting job duties on time, staying on the job throughout the assigned shift to complete duties properly, and attending all scheduled meetings and appointments.

 

Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Accounting Practices
  • Familiarity with ERP Systems and GAAP
  • Ability to ensure the completeness and accuracy of inventory
  • Ability to prepare financial statements
  • Ability to interpret data with strong analytical skills and make informed decisions
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Accounting organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong and effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to work in a team environment or independently as needed
  • Experience working with Microsoft programs
  • Good knowledge of Excel a must
  • Good knowledge of Quickbooks and/or other accounting software
  • Ability to document work with legible handwriting
  • Ability to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.

 

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
  • 3+ years of experience in accounting
  • Experience in Quickbooks