Staff Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY Prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and reports for various functions within the accounting department ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Facilitates and completes monthly close procedures * Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations * Reconciles cash accounts, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other accounts as assigned * Identifies, researches, and explains account fluctuations within the income statement and balance sheet to management * Reviews vendor invoices to verify the accuracy of relevant information, identify errors, correct errors, and communicate results to relevant stakeholders * Analyzes the performance and profitability of various customers and relay these results to management on a monthly basis * Assists with external financial audit and tax audits as needed * Maintains regular and predictable attendance * Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES * Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills * Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment * Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite or related software * Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with a high level of difficulty QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in accounting; internship or professional accounting experience is desirable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. at times