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Abacus Group · 13 hours ago

Staff Accountant

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Abacus Group is seeking a Staff Accountant to maintain financial records and assist the Finance Department. The role includes responsibilities such as managing the monthly close, performing account reconciliations, and providing financial analysis and support for audits.

Information Technology & Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in the management and performance of the monthly close

Posts of journal entries and preparations of B/S account reconciliation

Proactively identifies and communicates general ledger and accounting related issues

Researches and follows up on reconciling items found during reconciliation process

Preparation and maintenance of various schedules

Supports both accounts payable and account receivable activities

Fully understands the P&L to scrub each month end, and makes GL coding updates and identifies/corrects the base issues

Updates existing SOPs and develop new SOPs as needed in a timely manner

Assists in special projects, ad hoc reporting, and analysis

Identifies, proposes, and assists in the implementation of business process improvements

Develops nonstandard reports and statements

Assists in procuring information for the annual audit

Cross trains in various accounting functions

Solves business problems, investigate, and seeks out cost savings opportunities for the organization

Within the limits of delegated responsibility, makes day-to-day decisions concerning the accounting treatment of financial transactions

Provides financial analysis, planning and budget control

Qualification

Accounting policiesGAAPMonth end close experienceAdvanced Excel skillsRevenue recognitionMicrosoft Dynamics knowledgeGeneral accounting skillsRelationship builderCommunication skills - VerbalCommunication skills - WrittenTime ManagementProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum 3-5 Years in a Staff Accountant position

Understanding of revenue recognition

Accounting policies and GAAP

Month end close and B/S reconciliation experience

Highly proficient in MS Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills

Working knowledge of US GAAP

Strong general accounting skills

Communication skills - Verbal: Listens and repeats back for clarification; Communicates in understanding manner; Adapts tone and style to individual; Communicates clearly with all audiences; Demonstrates effective presentation skills; Presents persuasively when appropriate

Communication skills - Written: Writes in an understandable manner; Communicates clearly and efficiently; Adapts writing style to audience; Checks work for spelling and grammar; Incorporates numerical data effectively; Formats documents for quick review

Time Management: Plans how to achieve key priorities weekly; Reviews results of time plans weekly; Schedules time realistically; Achieves key priorities daily; Balances personal and professional objectives

Relationship builder: Builds ongoing business relationships with prospective clients and with new and established clients based upon personal integrity and achieving proposal goals

Understands importance of clear and concise documentation

Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills

Business Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values; Able to maintain sensitive and confidential information

Maintains records and promptly submits information; Displays tenacity with the ability to manage rejection

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit

Motivator: Leads by example with a positive, achiever attitude resulting in results-rich, enjoyable client, manager, and staff work environments

Maintain and advocate for a high degree of professionalism when dealing with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders

Ability to work with limited supervision and direction

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on commitments

Preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central or similar accounting system

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and PTO

Exposure to diverse array of technologies

Part of a team of experienced technicians that aim to deliver exceptional service

Opportunities to further technical education through certification programs

Positive, friendly, supportive office environment

Workplace perks such as healthy snacks, wellness programs, and fun events

Company

Abacus Group

Abacus Group is a global IT and cybersecurity managed service provider offering a one-stop shop for financial services firms to manage all of their IT and security needs.

Founded in 2008

New York, US

501-1000 employees

http://www.abacusgroupllc.com

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