Staff Accountant

Accountant I – Financial Reporting & Reconciliations

Job Summary

The Accountant I is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting through account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, journal entries, and month-end closing activities. This role ensures the accuracy of financial data by reviewing account balances, preparing financial workpapers, and maintaining proper accounting records.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly General Excise Tax (GET) returns.
• Prepare and update Work in Progress (WIP) schedules and reports to support financial statements and project performance reviews.
• Record and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll liabilities, taxes, and related transactions.
• Perform bank, credit card, line of credit, and note payable reconciliations.
• Reconcile deposits, prepaid expenses, inventory, fixed assets, depreciation, and investment accounts.
• Review and reconcile cost in excess of billings and billings in excess of cost accounts.
• Maintain accurate union liability records and related reconciliations.
• Perform month-end closing procedures and ensure balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled.
• Prepare and review financial packets for accuracy and completeness.

Screening Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of accounting experience, including AP/AR, reconciliations, payroll accounting, and financial statement preparation.
• Stable employment history.

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, IF formulas, SUM, and AVERAGE functions.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in account reconciliations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with U.S.-based clients.
• Reliable internet connection with a backup plan for remote work.
• Willingness to work additional hours (1–2 hours/day) during peak seasons.