Staff Accountant

The role reports directly to the Accounting Manager and has primary responsibility for GL, Cash and Revenue accounting. This position provides a great growth opportunity for the right individual who will be able to accept additional responsibilities as AEG completes future acquisitions.

• Ensure all cash and revenue transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with US GAAP
• Extract data from bank statements to be put into a report format
• Track all depository accounts to ensure the cash activity is being compiled into a report format on a weekly basis
• Prepare monthly cash journal entries
• Reconcile cash at locations level to identify any discrepancies between our cash system report and the actual deposits
• Assist in internal control documentation and policy implementation
• Identify process improvement opportunities as it relates to the job roles area of responsibility
• Complete month-end close activities in line with the preparation and review of journal entries in accordance with US GAAP
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reporting functions
• Prepare account analysis and reconciliations for balance sheet accounts
• Communicate/work with other Corporate departments to research reconciling items
• Maintain accurate, timely and well organized computer and paper files and supporting documentation for areas of responsibility.
• Utilize systems, policies and procedures to promote appropriate internal controls, best practices and efficient and cost-effective processes
• Cross-train with other designated financial areas for development of people and department. Serve as a cross-functional back-up when needed
• Assist the Accounting Manager with projects as needed

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (B.S. or equivalent) in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years progressive accounting experience
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups and handling large amounts of data) required
• Must be comfortable working in a high volume, data-intensive environment
• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional Series (Excel, Word and Outlook) and the ability to quickly learn and use job-specific computer programs
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Strong communications, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to gather facts, analyze problems in depth and break down into components
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner
• Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization promptly and professionally
• Personable, helpful, enthusiastic, creative, project a positive attitude and be a team leader and player
• High integrity and work ethic
• Lease Accountant preferable but not necessary 

Benefits

• 401(k) with Match
• Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD
• Vision Service Plan
• Employee Vision Discount Program
• HSA/FSA
• PTO
• Paid Holidays

*Benefits applicable to full Time Employees only.

 

Physical Demands

• This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.