We are seeking to hire a General Ledger Accountant for a 2-month implementation project. Our ideal candidate will be familiar with full cycle accounting and understand all the processes and documents necessary to produce financial statements for a reporting period. Other job duties include reconciling bank and credit card statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable and assistance with the payroll cycle.
Objectives
- Execute general ledger account reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification, enabling senior staff to analyze options and make financial decisions aligned with company objectives
- Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments, and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures
- Comply with federal, state, and local financial requirements
Responsibilities
- Perform general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel
- Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts
- Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets
- Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
- Assist in document preparation for external audits
Staff Accountant Requirements and Qualifications
- 3+ years in accounting or related field
- Knowledge of GAAP and experience with accrual basis accounting
- Proficient with QuickBooks