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Staff Accountant & Administrative Associate
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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).
$76,781 / year median in North Carolina
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or equivalent work experience.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience preferred.
- Experience with Sage accounting software preferred.
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations, formulas, and pivot tables.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Professional demeanor and the ability to work well with staff, guests, and vendors.
- Organized, hardworking, approachable, and solution oriented.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality relating to financial and personnel information.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Motivation and commitment to work independently and be self-directed.
- Professional image with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Position may require occasional weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- Flexibility and willingness to assist different departments while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Valid driver's license required.