Staff Accountant

Job Description:

Overview

The Staff Accountant will support the firms general ledger operations and monthly close process by preparing accurate accounting records completing reconciliations and assisting with financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post routine and recurring journal entries including accruals reclassifications and other close-related entries.
• Complete monthly account reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with month-end quarter-end and year-end close activities in accordance with established deadlines and procedures.
• Reconcile general ledger balances to supporting sub-ledgers and source-system reports escalating unusual or unresolved items as appropriate.
• Collaborate with accounting and cross-functional teams to maintain consistent processes strengthen controls and support continuous improvement.
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize work meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to research variances and identify the cause of discrepancies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including common formulas and data analysis functions.
• Demonstrated accountability initiative and willingness to learn and take on increasing

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting.
• Experience with general ledger accounting month-end close account reconciliations and journal entries preferred.

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EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.