Staff Accountant

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the company. 
• Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections.
• Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Manages the purchasing and invoicing system.
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to correctly prepare tax reports.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.

Education and Experience:

• At least three years of related experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field, preferred. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

Benefits Overview:  

Full Time Employee Benefits upon completion of 90-day probationary period include: 

• Employer sponsored medical, dental, vision and life insurance/AD&D coverage opportunities.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • The company pays 80% of premiums for medical plans for employees only.
• Paid time off accrual opportunity & holiday pay.
• 401k retirement plan (4% employer matching).

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Premier Auto Credit reserves the right to modify and change responsibilities and duties herein without notice. Pay will be determined based on individual qualifications and experience.

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