Staff Accountant

Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the day-to-day transactional accounting operations of the organization, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, payroll support, and inter-entity accounting. This role ensures financial data is accurate, timely, and complete across all systems. This position is designed to extend the capacity of the Finance function by owning core accounting processes and preparing key schedules that support the Controller's financial reporting, compliance, and strategic responsibilities. The Staff Accountant will operate with a high degree of independence and serve as the primary owner of the organization's transactional accounting engine.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Transactional Accounting Perform day-to-day bookkeeping in QuickBooks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintenance of the chart of accounts. Ensure accuracy and integrity of the general ledger through consistent and timely recording of transactions. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and investment accounts on a defined schedule. Record and properly classify all incoming revenue and deposits. Track and record fixed assets and maintain depreciation schedules. Review transactions and invoices to ensure appropriate GL coding and classification. Monitor daily cash activity and flag timing or liquidity considerations to the Controller. Maintain organized and complete financial documentation. Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices and employee expense reports in Bill.com. Execute payments via ACH, check, and wire. Maintain accurate vendor records. Own the annual 1099 process. Accounts Receivable & Billing (Full Ownership) Prepare and issue invoices, including investor billing. Maintain billing schedules. Monitor accounts receivable aging and manage collections. Coordinate with Investor Relations for escalations. Apply cash receipts and maintain accurate records. Inter-Entity Accounting Record and reconcile inter-entity transactions. Allocate shared expenses between entities. Maintain inter-entity schedules. Financial Close & Reporting Support Prepare journal entries and reconciliations Maintain close checklist. Inter-entity quarterly reconciliations Support audit and reporting Internal and external. Payroll Process payroll and reconcile to GL. Support onboarding and benefits reconciliation. Systems & Process Improvement Maintain data accuracy across systems. Identify and escalate process improvements. Controller Support & Coverage Own transactional processes with minimal supervision. Escalate issues with recommendations.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. 3-5 years accounting experience. Experience with A/R ownership required. QuickBooks required. Bill.com, Expensify preferred. Strong Excel and attention to detail required.

Education:

Associates degree in Accounting preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Computer Skills:

Proficient PC skills, including MS Office (Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook). Competency Statements Organized

• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing tasks effectively. Communication, Oral/Written
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word, and in writing clearly and concisely; interact with people of all levels in a confident, professional manner. Listening
• Clearly receiving, interpreting, and understanding messages to translate into action. Problem Solving
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; determine course of action and appropriate solutions. Energetic
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work and react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround. Time Management
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines; complete a high volume of tasks with little or no guidance. Accountability
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Detail Oriented
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Working Under Pressure
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Company DescriptionVIP Staffing is a regional staffing company specializing in filling temporary, temp-to-hire and permanent placement positions. We command excellence from our employees, provide superior customer service, support generous community involvement all while strengthening our position as a leader and innovator in the staffing industry Clients of VIP Staffing experience proven results due to the tenure of our corporate staff and the company's longevity in the marketplace. We positively impact our customer's bottom line by analyzing their goals and timelines with an emphasis on productivity.

Company DescriptionVIP Staffing is a regional staffing company specializing in filling temporary, temp-to-hire and permanent placement positions. We command excellence from our employees, provide superior customer service, support generous community involvement all while strengthening our position as a leader and innovator in the staffing industry\r\n\r\nClients of VIP Staffing experience proven results due to the tenure of our corporate staff and the company's longevity in the marketplace. We positively impact our customer's bottom line by analyzing their goals and timelines with an emphasis on productivity.