Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Global Lending Services

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Global Lending Services, located in South Carolina. At GLS, we believe that access to affordable, reliable transportation is fundamental to a productive life. We utilize advanced analytics and technology to provide accessible auto financing options. This Staff Accountant role is crucial for supporting our accounting team by performing essential bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records, directly contributing to our mission of helping families meet their transportation needs.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – South Carolina

• Team: Support to the accounting team
• Mission: Perform general bookkeeping, maintain financial records, and support the accounting team to ensure accurate financial operations.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Microsoft Office, Power BI, SQL, NetSuite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reconciliation: Evaluate and reconcile expenses, cash postings, and invoices for proper accounting treatment and payment, including customer refunds and related customer billing.
• Bank Reconciliation Support: Review prepared monthly bank reconciliations and assist in resolving any identified variances.
• Monthly Closing Processes: Complete the monthly closing process, which includes reconciliations and journal entries for Fiserv, payroll, and receivables held for sale.
• Process Improvement: Evaluate current processes for efficiency opportunities, make recommendations for change, and support the implementation of improved processes.
• Record Maintenance: Accurately maintain electronic financial records and files as required.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree required; this is an entry-level position within a campus recruiting process.
• Experience: High proficiency in Excel required; proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications.
• Skills: Strong mathematical, computational, and analytical skills with high attention to detail; excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; strong organizational skills with the ability to set and manage multiple priorities effectively; demonstrated ability to take initiative in identifying needs and supporting process improvements.
• Bonus: Experience with Power BI, SQL, and/or NetSuite is a plus.