Staff Accountant

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

For additional information and immediate consideration, please contact MICHAEL ABATE @ michael.abate@roberthalf;com

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Close Process:
• Assist with the preparation and timely completion of the month-end close process.
• Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Prepare journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of financial statements and reports.
• Accounts Payable (AP):
• Process and review incoming vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.
• Track and manage outstanding payables, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
• Reconcile AP accounts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Accounts Receivable (AR):
• Assist with the processing and posting of customer payments.
• Monitor and manage aging AR, following up on overdue accounts and ensuring timely collections.
• Prepare and review customer invoices and credit memos.
• Assist with the reconciliation of AR balances.
• Journal Entries:
• Prepare and post routine and non-routine journal entries.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely postings of all transactions.
• Support the preparation of journal entries related to accruals, depreciation, prepaid expenses, and adjustments.
• Account Reconciliation:
• Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card statements, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of supporting documentation for audits and financial reviews.
• Other Accounting Functions:
• Provide assistance with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes as needed.
• Assist with the preparation of sales tax returns, business license renewals, and other compliance-related filings.
• Support internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Assist in special projects or ad-hoc reporting as required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant in the healthcare or social assistance industry
• Proficient knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and maintaining the general ledger
• Ability to prepare and post journal entries accurately
• Experience with month-end close procedures
• Proficient in using accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.