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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).
$76,288 / year median in Nevada
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Oversee account reconciliations across bank accounts, the general ledger, and subsidiary records, investigating and resolving variances independently.
- Record accruals, adjustments, and other journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial statements.
- Support monthly and annual close activities by reviewing balances, preparing schedules, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules, confirming proper classification and ongoing accuracy.
- Produce and evaluate financial reports and supporting analyses to help monitor accounting activity and organizational performance.
- Prepare documentation, reconciliations, and schedules required for audits, compliance reviews, and reporting for related entities.
- Complete required certifications, billings, and financial submissions through designated reporting systems.
- Assist with annual budget preparation and analyze budget-to-actual results, researching variances and summarizing key findings.
- Provide accounting guidance to internal teams, recommend process improvements, and help strengthen financial procedures and internal controls.