Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | GroundSystems

The Tone:
This is an in-person role at GroundSystems. The company is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to maintain accurate, organized financial information that moves on schedule. This role is a key member of the finance and accounting team, working closely with the VP of Administration & Accounting. Your work will help ensure financial records are reliable, month-end and year-end close processes stay on track, and leaders have the information needed to make sound decisions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person

• Team: Member of the finance and accounting team, reporting closely to the VP of Administration & Accounting, and managing the Accounting & Office Administrator.
• Mission: Ensure financial records are accurate, close processes are on schedule, and management has necessary insights for decision-making.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks, SAP, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Record Keeping: Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Close Processes: Lead month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Transactional Oversight: Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Team Leadership: Manage the Accounting & Office Administrator.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with core domain knowledge in accounting principles.
• Experience: One to three years of accounting experience is preferred. Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or a similar platform, along with Microsoft Excel is required.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting, consistent attention to detail and accuracy, and strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.