Staff Accountant

We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in CINCINNATI, Ohio. The role is in the financial industry and the successful candidate will be working in an office environment. The Staff Accountant will manage a variety of accounting processes, assist in month-end procedures, and collaborate with various teams to gather financial information.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle accounting procedures, from data entry to financial reporting
• Assist in the closure of monthly accounts, ensuring efficiency and accuracy
• Identify any financial discrepancies and promptly rectify them
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect necessary financial data
• Support the creation of financial statements and reports
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting policies and regulations
• Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives within the finance department
• Process and review commission statements for accuracy
• Liaise with Account Managers regarding payments due or refunds for clients
• Manage invoicing for new business, renewals, and endorsements
• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor bank accounts
• Ensure timely payments to vendors
• Review Balance Sheet and Income Statements for accuracy
• Collaborate with other Accountants for month end and year end procedures
• Undertake special projects as requested by management. • Possession of 3 or more years of experience in an Accounting role
• Proficiency in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Demonstrable experience with Bank Reconciliations
• Familiarity with the General Ledger
• Skilled in the preparation and posting of Journal Entries
• Experience with Month End Close and Month-end Close Activities
• Proficiency in Month-end Financial and Financial Reporting
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in the use of accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.