Staff Accountant

Summary/Objective The Staff Accountant supports the Finance function by performing a range of professional accounting duties to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records and reporting. This position is responsible for assisting with journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audit support, while maintaining compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and organizational policies. The role works collaboratively across departments to support financial operations, reporting needs, and continuous process improvement initiatives. Essential Functions Prepare and post journal entries, maintain account accuracy, and support month-end and year-end close. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, balance sheet accounts, and resolve discrepancies. Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and internal management reports. Process Invoices, expense reports, and customer payments as needed. Build meaningful reports in ERP (Sage). Provide documentation and support for audits. Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal policies. Analyze routine tasks and introduce enhancements that simplify and strengthen accounting function. Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles. Skilled in Excel and familiar with Sage. Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and resolve discrepancies. Clear written and verbal communication for cross-department collaboration. Other Duties Assist other teams with financial questions, reporting needs, or documentation requests. Participate in system upgrades, process redesigns, or financial analysis projects as assigned. Maintain organized files, update records, and support general office functions.