Financial Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Leeds Professional Resources

The Tone:
This Staff Accountant role at Leeds Professional Resources is a foundational position, crucial for ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data across various areas. This individual will be a key contributor, providing essential support to the accounting team through meticulous work. Success in this role hinges on bringing strong analytical capabilities and excellent organizational skills to uphold the precision and integrity of all financial information.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Team: Part of the accounting team.
• Mission: Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data across diverse areas.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting Accuracy: Collaborate closely with department heads to understand and ensure the accuracy of all financial reporting activity.
• Statement Preparation: Prepare financial statements and their supporting schedules according to the monthly close schedule.
• Statement Distribution: Assist in the preparation and distribution processes for financial statements.
• Data Management: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data in a variety of areas.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Experience: Between 0 to 2 years of professional experience in an accounting capacity.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, along with demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.