Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Apex Heli-Support

The Tone:
This is a Staff Accountant role at Apex Heli-Support, located in Phoenix, AZ. Apex Heli-Support provides critical support services to the aviation industry. This position is vital for maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of daily accounting operations, directly contributing to the company’s financial health and stability. The Staff Accountant ensures that financial transactions are meticulously processed and recorded, providing essential support for informed decision-making.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Phoenix, AZ
• Mission: To support the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate transaction processing and assisting with general accounting functions.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Month-End & Reporting: Support the month-end closing process by assisting with various procedures and contributing to financial reporting tasks as needed.
• Reconciliation & Investigation: Perform detailed reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts, along with other general ledger accounts, thoroughly investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
• Transaction Processing: Create, review, and accurately process a variety of financial transactions, including purchase orders, daily sales, work orders, and complex accounting entries.
• Payroll & General Ledger: Assist with multi-state payroll processing, meticulously handling deductions and withholdings, and prepare and accurately post general ledger entries.
• Record Maintenance: Maintain comprehensive and accurate accounting records, ensuring all supporting documentation is readily available for all financial activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates should possess prior bookkeeping or accounting knowledge and a solid understanding of debits, credits, and general ledger accounting principles.
• Experience: Practical experience assisting with account reconciliations, processing various transactions, and supporting payroll functions. Familiarity with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is preferred.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, effective communication, and proven problem-solving abilities.
• Bonus: A degree or relevant coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus.