Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Position Overview:
The Staff Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the accounting department. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with the month-end close process, and ensuring all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, preferably with experience in the hospitality industry.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries in a timely and accurate manner.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and general ledger accounts.
- Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing, vendor management, and payment tracking.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor and maintain accurate fixed asset records.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Ensure all financial data is compliant with internal controls and accounting standards.
- Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
- Perform other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of professional accounting experience; hospitality or multi-unit environment preferred.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
- Experience with accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Occasional lifting of boxes, files, or office supplies up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work in a standard office environment with moderate noise levels.