Senior Staff Accountant

We are looking for a staff accountant to join our team for day to day accounting activities The ideal candidate should enjoy working in an engaging environment where creative thinking problem solving analysis efficiency and initiative are required The successful candidate will be a team player excellent communicator and be able to multitask while maintaining a high regard for the details Adaptability and positivity are key qualities to be successful in this role Principal Duties and Responsibilities Engage in month end close process and assist staff and management throughout close processPrepare general ledger entries in accordance with GAAPPrepare detailed account reconciliations by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system external reports and various corporate departments Documentation of business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and standard operating proceduresFocus on internal controls and continuous improvement including monthly validations of balance sheet accounts journal entries and other critical items Assist with interim and year end auditsAssist with year end taxesAnalyze information and options by developing spreadsheets and other ad hoc reports as neededDevelop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changesAnswer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting dataAssist Management with system implementations and testingCollaborate with Finance Department personnel and other teammates as necessaryCross train with other members of Corporate Accounting teamUpdates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizationsAll other duties as requestedJob Requirements Education Essential Training Certifications and Experience Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience with Financial Accounting Standards2 5 years experience in accounting field preferably in a Corporate Accounting settingAt least 1 year of demonstrated automated general ledger accounting experienceAt least 1 year of intermediate level experience with spreadsheet applications Skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of SFAS rulesKnowledge of Sage 500 is desirableIntermediate proficiency in word accounting and spreadsheet software and applicationsDetail oriented with strong organizational and time management skillsInitiative in understanding process flows and internal controlsSelf motivated to learn discover improve and growExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work well in a team environment that promotes inclusiveness and communication among team membersCommitment to maintaining confidentiality