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Position Summary The Staff Accountant serves as ZC&R's primary on-site accounting resource, supporting daily accounting operations and month-end financial processes. Responsibilities include full-cycle Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, account reconciliations, journal entries, financial controls and special projects. This role works closely with the General Manager to maintain accurate financial records, meet reporting deadlines, and support efficient business operations. The Staff Accountant supports ZC&R's Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) by maintaining assigned financial Scorecard metrics, completing quarterly Rocks, and proactively identifying and resolving accounting issues. Key Responsibilities Account Receivable Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on time. Monitor accounts receivable aging, conduct collection activities, and follow up on outstanding balances. Prepare customer credit memos with the appropriate supporting documentation and General Manager approval. Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with Sales, Customer Support and Operations. Accounts Payable Enter vendor bills accurately and on time, maintaining complete supporting documentation. Resolve vendor billing discrepancies in coordination with Purchasing and Operations. Prepare payment runs for review and approval, and process authorized vendor payments. Support year-end vendor reporting, including preparation and reconciliation of 1099 information. Month-End Close and Financial Reporting Prepare and post assigned journal entries, including prepaid expenses, accruals and other month-end adjustments. Complete monthly bank reconciliations and submit them to the Accounting Manager for review and approval. Reconcile sales logs to accounting records and investigate and resolve differences. Prepare supporting schedules and and reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts. Assist with financial reporting, account analysis and audit requests. Maintain accurate, organized accounting records in the applicable accounting and ERP systems. Controls and Process Improvement Follow established financial controls, approval procedures and documentation requirements. Identify and help implement improvements to accounting accuracy, reporting and workflow. Support ERP implementation, data validation and accounting process transitions. Complete special projects as assigned. Qualifications Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field required. Two to fours years of accounting experience covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations and general ledger or month-end close activities. Experience with accounting or ERP systems; QuickBooks and E2/JobBOSS experience preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, analyze and reconcile financial data. Strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through. Abilility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with management, Operations, HR, customers and vendors.

Skills Required:

Accounting and finance experience; knowledge of accounting, corporate accounting, financial concepts, debits and credits, math, and account reconciliation.

Required:

Microsoft Office, especially Excel; spreadsheet skills; attention to detail; customer service; and confidential information handling.

Preferred:

Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial software, and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Quicken, Sage, Xero, or Workday. Familiarity with ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UltiPro, Ceridian, or PeopleSoft is helpful. Additional exposure to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley), technical accounting, public accounting, or governmental accounting is a plus.

Pay:

$68,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person