Staff Accountant - Metroplex Financial Accounting

Posted:
8/15/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Atlanta, Georgia, United States ⋅ Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

Job Description:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general accounting duties, which includes, analyzing, researching, and preparing financial information and reports to meet specific daily and monthly deadlines.

Responsibilities:

  • Completes general accounting functions including research, report/spreadsheet preparation, and analysis.
  • Completes various month-end close tasks including calculation and preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Prepares and analyzes accounting data by processing and interpreting accounts such as general ledgers and subledgers.
  • Prepares financial book schedules.
  • Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries and reports.
  • Carries out ad hoc reports/assignments as needed.
  • Ensures all financial schedules and deadlines are met.
  • Develops and maintains strong working relationships with internal departments.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with degree in accounting or finance
  • 1-3 years accounting experience
  • Strong understanding and working knowledge of US GAAP
  • Advanced experience using MS Office Suite, particularly Excel