Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Fit Recruiting

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a growing transportation company. The organization is seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join its team, offering a pivotal opportunity to directly support critical accounting operations. This position is ideal for an individual who possesses some practical accounting experience and is eager to develop their career further within a dynamic business environment. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, the Staff Accountant will play an integral role in maintaining financial accuracy and contributing to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the company as it expands. This is a chance to grow professionally and make a tangible impact from day one.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Pay: $50000 yearly
• Team: Reports directly to the CFO
• Mission: Owns the daily accounting entries and supports month-end processes to ensure accurate financial reporting for a growing transportation company.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Entries: Record daily accounting and booking entries, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately captured and categorized within the accounting system to maintain up-to-date records.
• Month-End: Prepare comprehensive month-end journal entries, including accruals and deferrals, and process payroll entries, all critical steps for closing accounting periods and reporting.
• Reconciliations: Complete thorough monthly bank statement reconciliations, meticulously comparing company records to bank statements to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy of cash balances.
• Reporting: Assist with general accounting and financial reporting tasks, contributing to the preparation of financial statements and other reports that inform business decisions.
• Collaboration: Work directly with the CFO on various accounting needs, providing support and insights that contribute to strategic financial planning and operational improvements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level to early-career opportunity, specifically requiring candidates to have some foundational practical accounting experience. A formal accounting degree or other relevant professional experience is highly preferred, demonstrating a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience: The role necessitates hands-on practical accounting experience, indicating a readiness to immediately contribute to daily and monthly accounting cycles. While no specific number of years is listed, the expectation is for a candidate who has applied accounting knowledge in a professional setting.
• Skills: Essential skills for this role include strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting, exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all financial records, and superior organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. The ability to work independently, taking ownership of assigned duties, and the capability to communicate and collaborate directly with senior leadership are also crucial.
• Bonus: Candidates who possess an accounting degree or have significant relevant experience will be at an advantage, as these qualifications demonstrate a comprehensive theoretical and practical understanding of accounting practices.