POSITION SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant reports to the Controller. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general ledger accountability, financial reporting, financial profitability analysis and other special projects as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Prepare monthly financial statements, reports and records by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information. · Responsible for general ledger. · Fixed asset processing and reporting. · Perform month end close procedures for variety of accounts. · Perform monthly reconciliation for assigned general ledger accounts. · Assist in designing and maintaining internal controls for areas of responsibility. · Independently perform analyses and prepare journal entries on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. · Support periodic bank audits including ensuring timely receipt of all information requested. · Prepare required local tax returns in a timely manner. · Stay abreast of technical developments in areas of GAAP and financial reporting. · Examine accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department. · Develop systems for the maintenance of financial records, making use of current technologies. · A/P and negotiate vendor payment terms on behalf of the company. · Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS · Minimum of 2-3 years of previous related experience · Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field is required · MBA or CPA certification is a plus · Advanced Excel skills to include modeling and analysis techniques · Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and other related programs · Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills · Ability to manage time well and multi-task · Willingness and desire to learn all aspects of the business · Self-starting, proactive individual who is able to work independently as well as cohesively with others · Excellent analytical skills with demonstrable strategic thinking skills SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY The Staff Accountant role has no supervisory responsibilities. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS * This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or perform essential functions. * Must have the ability to sit and stand; exhibit manual dexterity to use equipment; see and read printed material with or without vision aids; speak in audible tones to that others may understand clearly; physical ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds; to bend, to stoop, to walk and to reach overhead. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.