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Staff Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$75,508 / year median in Arizona
-2% projected decline
Job Description
- Manage month-end close activities for multiple client entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Prepare journal entries, account analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations
- Review and analyze financial transactions in accordance with GAAP
- Assist with the preparation and review of client financial statements
- Review vendor invoices and support the vendor payment process
- Validate and reconcile financial data during system conversion and data migration initiatives
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and accounting team members to resolve accounting discrepancies and reporting questions
- Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3+ years of accounting experience with strong exposure to month-end close activities
- Experience preparing journal entries and performing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reconciliation work
- Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams Preferred Qualifications
- Public accounting experience
- Experience supporting multiple entities or client accounting environments
- Experience preparing client financial statements
- Experience with data conversion, migration, or validation projects
- Experience with Dynamics 365
- QuickBooks experience CPA or CPA-track candidates welcome, but not required