Job Description

Staff accountants are professionals who maintain a general ledger and review financial statements for accuracy before preparing reports

Qualifications

- Similar experience as a Staff Accountant or relevant role in accounting - Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; very good with spreadsheets - Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus - Good math skills - Attention to detail - Strong organizational and communication skills - Confidentiality and integrity - Degree in Accounting; MSc is a plus

Responsbilities

- Maintain and update accounting records and files - Analyze budgets and create expense reports - Examine tax policies and handle tax payments and returns - Meet with clients to discuss confidential accounting issues - Post transactions and categorize records in the general ledger (e.g. by assets, liabilities and expenses) - Reconcile bank statements - Analyze transactions with internal and external stakeholders - Conduct month-end and year-end closures - Prepare documents for audits - Advise clients on financial issues via email or phone - Apply new accounting policies and ensure compliance with rules and regulations - Report to the Accounting Manager and work to improve financial processes