Accounting Assistant

Who are we?

Since 2001, Status Solutions has been the pioneering provider of situational awareness technologies. Our mission is to defeat ignorance-based loss using situational awareness technology to protect people and property. Our customized middleware solutions ensure the right information reaches the right people at the right time, because RIGHT NOW matters most.

Who do we hire?

At Status Solutions we're looking for likeminded individuals to fulfill our mission in leaving every situation better than we found it! Our ultimate purpose is to help people, so if you thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where you will be making life-changing contributions to society, we want to talk to you!

Role Description:

An Accounting Assistant at Status Solutions is responsible for assisting with financial transactions to help improve operations for both Status Solutions and Status Solutions Network. The Accounting Assistant will be actively involved with SSN Franchisees and will act as a legal liaison to assist in initial setup, software training, and answer accounting related questions. This team member possesses an entrepreneurial mindset while collaboratively working with other team members to develop bookkeeping policies and procedures. In addition, the Accounting Assistant will maintain financial accuracy in all areas of bookkeeping within the business by preparing and analyzing the necessary financial reports.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains financial accuracy in all areas of finance with both Status Solutions and Status Solutions Network.

• Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely fashion.

• Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing accounting information.

• Assisting in financial activities such as generating invoices, processing accounts payable, auditing royalties, and other related duties as needed by Status Solutions and Status Solutions Network.
• Reconciles records with internal company records and external vendors and/or customers.
• Compiles data and generates reports within systems as requested.
• Acts as the legal liaison for Status Solutions Network Franchisees.

• Assists with initial setup of accounting software.

• Training on how to send royalty reporting.
• Available for accounting-related questions.

• Collaborates effectively with team members to develop accounting policies and procedures for SSN.
• Supports in compilation of periodic and annual budget information.
• Develops and maintains systems to account for SSN financial transactions.

• Advises Leadership on compliance needs and provides updates as states are approved.
• Maintaining confidentiality of all financial data at the highest regard.
• Continual focus on creating an environment that promotes the overall growth of Status Solutions and Status Solutions Network.

• Funneling any potential leads to Sales & SSN team.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

• 1-3 years minimum of experience in accounting related field.

• Moderate knowledge of accounting principles and processes.
• Firm understanding of accounting related software:

• QuickBooks
• Sage Intacct
• Microsoft Office Suite

• Familiarity with Franchise accounting desired but not required.
• Proven ability to proactively determine priorities and continuously meet deadlines.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills.
• Maintains a solid understanding of business acumen.
• Handles unexpected situations in the workplace and can solve problems as they arise.

• Ability to work independently on assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates an ability to manage a variety of priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to collaborative effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Starting Annual Salary: $58,000 - $65,000 based on experience.
• Full-time positions
• Flexible work environment

• Competitive salary
• Eligibility for quarterly company bonus pool
• Company-paid employee medical, dental, and life/AD&D insurance
• Generous paid-time off policy
• Ten paid company holidays

• 401(k) match starting six months after start dat