Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant supports the annual operating plan and quarterly forecast processes while managing key month‑end close activities for Corporate Support. Core responsibilities include preparing journal entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and producing internal reports. The role requires strong accounting expertise, a professional presence, and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.

Essential Functions:

• Preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations.

• Assistance of the Corporate Support annual operating plan and the quarterly forecasting.

• Assistance with accounting needs of Corporate Support departments & Ad-hoc analysis and transactional research.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Scope:  The Staff Accountant supports Corporate Support's financial planning/forecasting and accounting activities, contributing directly to the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and Corporate Support month‑end close processes. The role interacts with multiple departments across the business, ensuring accurate financial data, timely reporting, and adherence to accounting standards. This position influences corporate functions by maintaining reliable financial information that supports decision‑making across the organization.

• Problem solving:  The role requires strong analytical capabilities to interpret financial data, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies within tight deadlines. The Staff Accountant must evaluate information, anticipate potential issues in financial processes, and develop practical, solutions‑oriented recommendations. This includes researching accounting questions, improving processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records under varying business conditions.

• Impact: The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of financial information used across the organization. Accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reports directly support leadership’s ability to make informed decisions. The role upholds accounting standards, strengthens internal controls, and contributes to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the business.

• Leadership:  While the role may not include direct supervisory responsibilities, it requires strong leadership qualities in managing processes, coordinating with cross‑functional teams, and upholding high standards of accuracy and integrity. The Staff Accountant must demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and the ability to guide others through financial procedures. The position also requires managing workload peaks, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining accountability for timely, high‑quality deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Accounting)

• Master’s Degree (preferred)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or similar certification (preferred but not required)

• 1–2 years of accounting experience, ideally in a public accounting firm or comparable environment

• Experience with Oracle Financial Systems (preferred)

• Experience with Hyperion Essbase (preferred)

• Experience with BlackLine (preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work.

• Dedicated to the timely delivery of accurate and reliable financial outputs.

• Strong process orientation with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Creative, solutions‑oriented thinker with the ability to navigate issues.