Hybrid Staff Accountant - Financial chez Amur Equipment Finance Inc

Description

General Position Description

The Staff Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, ensure compliance with accounting principles, and assist in various financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Payment Management

· Follow established procedures for reviewing batches and releasing payments.

· Reconcile cash accounts.

General Ledger

· Reconcile and analyze various accounts, including but not limited to bank statements, credit cards and all general ledger accounts.

· Prepare and enter journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Month End Close

· Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all necessary entries and reconciliations are completed in a timely manner.

· Monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts and preparing associated journal entries.

Other Operational Tasks

· Assist with Business License Research and filings.

· Assist with Sales and Property Tax Filings.

· Assist in the preparation of internal/external audits as needed.

· Support the preparation of regulatory and compliance reports as needed.

· Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

· Special Projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements

Education and Experience

· Strong Excel skills preferred and performed proficiently; along with computer-based accounting software and all other Microsoft Office products.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis.

Skills and Abilities

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Self-motivation with strong sense of initiative, organization, accountability, and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

· Ability to prioritize tasks.

· Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks during constantly fluctuating workload.

· Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s systems.

· Excellent presentation and facilitator skills.