Staff Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant will be a strong contributor to the dynamic reporting needs of the company and will maintain accurate financial records to enable data-driven reporting and business decisions. Flexibility is essential in this fast-paced, evolving environment. This position will require strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments while following established policies and procedures.

LOCATION

• Onsite in Fort Wayne, IN
• M-F 8 am to 5 pm, 1 day remote after 90 days at managers discretion

COMPENSATION

This position offers a competitive compensation package, benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support monthly financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and accrual of monthly, quarterly, and annual expenses.
• Perform account analysis and reconciliation for assigned general ledger accounts, verifying accuracy of data and identifying and correcting errors.
• Support internal process improvement initiatives, as requested.
• Review activities in the accounts payable function as assigned, reviewing for proper approval and general ledger account coding.
• Research discrepancies in financial information and/or documentation (e.g., purchase orders, vendors, invoices, etc.) to ensure accuracy and adherence to procedures before processing.
• Be an added resource for the accounts payable team for questions, as documentation and accounting issues arise, and for invoice processing, as needed.
• Prepare tax form 1099 for applicable vendors.
• Perform an accounting review of employee expense reports in the expense management system.
• Perform new employee training on expense reporting, accounts payable invoice review, and approval.
• Perform new employee training on expense reporting.
• Cross-train and serve as a critical task backup, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

MUST HAVE

• 1+ years of experience in an accounting-related role.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced office environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills, keen attention to detail, and highly organized.
• Strong team player with the ability to effectively interact with personnel from all aspects of the business unit.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of company and employee information.
• Strong analytical and time management skills.
• Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in GAAP Accounting
• Familiarity with SAP and Concur