Staff Accountant Opportunity
We are looking for a detail-oriented staff accountant to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. This contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with various departments, including finance, warehouse operations, and executive management, in a dynamic multi-state environment. The role involves performing essential accounting tasks such as reconciliations, financial reporting, and forecasting to ensure accurate and timely financial management.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze monthly and yearly expenses, identifying necessary adjustments and preparing recaps in compliance with accounting policies.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.
- Reconcile monthly gross profit data between financial and billing systems to identify discrepancies.
- Compile and distribute financial statements and reports on a monthly basis.
- Conduct budget versus actual expense analyses to monitor financial performance.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly, addressing errors and discussing key items with management.
- Collaborate with suppliers to manage aging accounts and forecast potential deficit spending.
- Prepare and file various tax reports on a monthly basis.
- Participate in annual budget forecasting and planning activities.
- Process payroll backup tasks and prepare related reports as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience in general ledger reconciliation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel.
- Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, including fixed assets, deferred charges, and accruals.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
- Experience with accurate data entry and 10-key operations.