Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant INSA, Inc. - 2.7 Chicopee, MA Job Details Full-time $23.65 - $33.61 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Business financial process improvement Growing experience Computer operation Accounts receivable Financial close processing Sage Financial data reconciliation Account analysis Startup experience Process improvement Financial management report preparation Research Mid-level Financial analysis Invoice processing High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Decision making Staff training Accounting and finance experience Typing Productivity software 1 year Manufacturing Agriculture Financial audit support Manufacturing company experience Tax experience Payroll processing Journal entry management in accounting Fixed asset management Time management Full Job Description The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports in support of the Accounting and Finance departments. This position works under the supervision of a controller. Staff Accountants may also assist with tasks such as tax preparation, auditing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Responsibilities & Duties Maintain financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger. Prepare journal entries, account analysis, and account reconciliations and assist with monthly closing and reporting processes. Monitors accounts payable email boxes and enters invoices Process bi-weekly payroll in a timely manner Responsible for monitoring and entering wholesale sales and investigate any discrepancies. Reconcile bank statements in a timely manner and by established deadlines. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations Record cash receipts and research banking activity for accuracy. Assist in maintaining fixed asset records. Participate in external audits (quarterly, annually, etc.) by compiling requested information; prepare analysis of financial information provided. Proactively, initiate and assist with a variety of process improvements (analyzing current procedures and recommend changes, etc.); assist with various business process improvements. Provide support to other members of the accounting team; assist with training staff as needed or requested. Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. Ensures revenue, cost of sales and general expenses are recorded accurately according to Internal Revenue Code Section 280E Meet all process and reporting deadlines. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Skills High school diploma required, bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred. 1-5 years accounting experience with exceptional attention to detail required. Industry experience in agriculture, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale and/or retail preferred, experience in the cannabis industry desired. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite, Excel is required; Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP) experience preferred; SAGE experience a plus. Relatable experience with a fast-growing, start-up or emerging growth company preferred. Public company reporting and experience preferred. Must be solutions-oriented, possess excellent time management skills, and can prioritize tasks and multi-task as necessary; Strong decision making and problem-solving skills. Must have the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and managers. Competencies: Attention to Detail Communication Initiative Organization Problem Solving Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting Occasional standing, and walking Close visual acuity needed to read and write documents on a computer screen. Manual dexterity is needed to type on a computer. Occasional travel by car Workplace Environment: General office environment Occasional exposure to cannabis odor when in production facilities Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass every task or responsibility that may be required. Pay Range: $23.65 - $33.61 Insa is a multi-state employer, and this is the company-wide pay range. Offers will be provided in accordance with state-specific minimum wage guidelines.