Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Rapid Response Monitoring

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-office role at Rapid Response Monitoring, located in Syracuse, NY. Rapid Response Monitoring is a national leader in the monitoring of alarms and security systems, designated as an Essential Business dedicated to protecting life and property. Founded in Syracuse in 1992, the company serves as a critical response center, providing 24/7, 365-day monitoring for thousands of alarm companies across the country. As a Staff Accountant, you will be an integral part of the accounting team, responsible for coordinating various tasks and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of accounting operations, directly contributing to the financial health and operational integrity of this vital organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Syracuse, NY
• Pay: $60000–$80000 yearly
• Team: Accounting team, reports to Controller
• Mission: Coordinates various accounting tasks, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations to support organizational integrity.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Power BI (preferred)

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger Management: Conduct thorough analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts to ensure the utmost financial integrity and accuracy across all records.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial information and compile detailed financial reports, contributing to the monthly internal financial reporting package for management review.
• Performance Analysis: Systematically analyze Profit and Loss statements, comparing current results against past trends and expected outcomes, and clearly report findings to the Controller for informed decision-making.
• Operational Efficiency: Actively collaborate on internal engagements and assist in the continuous creation, maintenance, and updating of accounting processes to enhance efficiency and precision in financial reporting.
• Project Cost Tracking: Develop and prepare detailed job cost analyses for both completed projects and those currently in progress, providing essential financial insights into project profitability and expenditure.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required, coupled with a solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing practices and principles to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Experience: Candidates should possess zero to five years of accounting experience, demonstrating the essential ability to adapt to a changing work environment and effectively handle multiple priorities concurrently.
• Skills: Requires outstanding organization and planning abilities to manage complex financial data, excellent oral and written communication skills for clear reporting, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include one to three years of relevant accounting experience, strong organizational and analytic abilities for deeper insights, a proficient understanding of laws, codes, and regulations pertinent to the industry, and experience utilizing Power BI for advanced financial and accounting analysis.