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About the Role
We are looking for a Staff Accountant with experience in processing accounts payable and general journal transactions. The ideal candidate is organized with proven experience in maintaining records and posting transactions in a timely manner. This position requires attention to detail, problem solving and team working competencies.
Responsibilities
- Perform general accounts payable functions including checking, verifying, and processing invoices, entering accounts payable data, and maintaining vendor files.
- Communicate and collaborate with internal departments to obtain necessary information for proper invoice and payment processing.
- Work closely with vendors to resolve any discrepancies or issues with payments.
- Utilize strong analytical skills to ensure invoices and payments are posted to correct ledger accounts.
- Review and audit expense reports ensuring proper approval, coding to the correct ledger accounts, and adhering to company’s policies and procedures.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliation, matching transactions to expense accounts.
- Assist in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and dashboards related to accounts payable.
- Prepare general journal entry adjustments at month end; including accounts payable, fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, and other accounting areas.
- Perform Balance Sheet Account reconciliations monthly to ensure account balances are correctly stated.
- Develop and adhere to strong internal control structure and procedures.
- Draft recommendations for new and necessary controls for review by the Accounting Leadership and Controller.
- Provide recommendations for Accounting Policies & Procedures updates as needed.
- Modify and document accounting procedures for understanding, backup, and cross training.
- Support various projects within the accounting department, as needed.
- Handle all company-related matters with strict confidentiality.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related.
- 2+ years of bookkeeping experience or related.
- Experience in Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable.
- Experience in Public Accounting preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Must have a United States Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a United States Security Clearance.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team working
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Word
- ERP systems
Experience Level
- 2+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $65,000 to $80,000 a year
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off (sick time and vacation time)
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Fitness membership reimbursement
- Tuition assistance
- Mental health benefits
- Pet discounts
- Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus
About the Company
- Persistent Systems, LLC