Staff Accountant

Job Summary
In this role as a Staff Accountant, you'll find yourself taking on a range of responsibilities crucial to our organization's fiscal health. Your tasks will span from actively participating in the monthly closing process to handling various account reconciliations, monthly cost accruals, and the preparation of essential management reports. Your commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance will be paramount as you ensure that our financial records are not just up to date but also meticulously accurate. Your role is pivotal in supporting our organization's financial well-being and overall success.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepare and submit daily sales reports, margin reports, and other requested internal leadership reports.
• Prepare various schedules and journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial statements (within 3 working days from the end of the month).
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts, including equipment inventory, fixed assets, and accrual accounts for Controller review.
• Perform daily reconciliation of cash for 5 bank accounts.
• Post daily invoice transactions, conduct research, and rectify system errors continuously.

Tax Compliance & Lease Management

• Prepare and reconcile sales and use tax filings.
• Prepare annual personal property tax returns and monthly sales and use tax returns.
• Prepare lease documentation for all acquired rental and fleet equipment to optimize cash flow.
• Ensure adherence to accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements, staying updated on changes.

Audit & Inventory Support

• Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for the annual audit.
• Support physical inventory procedures.

Financial Close & Team Collaboration

• Support the financial close process by preparing adjusting journal entries and accruals for accurate reporting.
• Provide assistance to other Financial Services team members and leadership as directed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned or required to support the company's overall operations and objectives.

Requirements

All potential hires are subject to pre-employment checks which include but are not limited to background checks, drug screenings, and motor vehicle record checks.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience working in a Staff Accountant or similar role.
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required; International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

What You’ll Need for Success

• Self-motivated candidate who can build relationships cross-functionally to bring financially focused process improvements and efficiencies to internal departments.
• Drives change using analysis and data to develop new processes internally.
• Active problem solver who seeks out information, brings solutions to the table, and is open to a ‘fail-forward’ mindset.
• Collaborative with teammates and other internal Associates.
• Actively seeks opportunities to learn new skills and processes, being a part of the conversation to drive change from a financial services perspective within the organization.

Benefits of Joining the Team

Benefits Built For YOU! At Carolina Handling, taking care of Associates is our utmost priority. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit program to protect your health, your family, and your way of life.

Health Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Prescription Drug Plan.

Financial and Tax-Saving Benefits:

Company-paid Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance; 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing; Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Dependent Care Account.

Additional Benefits: