Staff Accountant at Schaefer

Description

Summary

Perform and ensure the accuracy of day-to-day accounting activities, including processing transactions, preparing and posting journal entries, and maintaining general ledger integrity. Conduct timely and precise monthly account reconciliations to support a clean close process. Assist with the preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external reporting standards. Support internal audit and tax-related requests, contribute to compliance and internal control initiatives, and develop ad hoc financial reports with a strong focus on data accuracy and clarity. This role requires a detail-oriented mindset and a commitment to maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and operational consistency.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

· Process management of accounts payable and accounts receivable

· Perform month-end close journal entries and reconciliations

· Prepare monthly financial reports and financial analysis

· Utilize technology to improve processes to increase efficiency

· Answer financial and accounting questions from employees

· Lead special projects and assist the Director of Finance as needed

Requirements

Minimum Position Requirements:

·Bachelor’s degree in accounting

· Highly motivated individual with strong analytical and communication skills

· Strong skills in Microsoft Excel ( pivot tables, macros, advanced formulas)

· Growth and results oriented team player 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

This work is typically done within an office environment.

· Normal core working hours will be 9 am – 4 pm, but may vary depending on client and project demands.

· Overtime work may be required based on work deadlines.

· Occasional physical activity involving standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pulling and swinging.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.