The Staff Accountant focuses on accounts payable, including invoice processing, vendor issue resolution, financial close activities, and process efficiency improvements.
Summary of the RoleThe Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the timely processing of a variety of accounts payable activities.Primary Responsibilities
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- Responsible for processing and posting invoices, travel and entertainment expense reports and purchase orders, including verification of general ledger account coding and proper manager approvals.
- Researches and resolves vendor issues and discrepancies.
- Completes activities as it relates to the financial statement close process including certain journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage AI productivity tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. Comfort working alongside automated systems and evaluating AI-generated outputs for accuracy.
- Identifies ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the department.
- Participates in special projects as assigned by management.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
- Up to two years experience in a similar role.
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to interpret a variety of data.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Accounting software.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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