Location
Ohio | United States
Job description
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Job Type: Full-time / Directhire
Location: Cincinnati, OH.
About the job
We are a rapidly growing nationwide organization in the Critical Power industry. Functionally, we sell and service uninterruptible power systems and battery backups in data centers, manufacturing, hospitals, and other industries. Deeper, we are an organization focused on being quality partners with our employees, customers, and vendors to deepen relationships in everything we do. We take care of our employees first and believe in turn they will give that same level of care to our customers and vendors.
BE a part of our team:
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to play a crucial role in the day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial statements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Accounts Receivable (invoice processing, submission of invoices through customer portals, collection efforts), Balance Sheet Reconciliation, general accounting principles, and financial reporting.
You will work with a cross functional team, implement and maintain best practices, and contribute to the development and improvement of our financial systems and processes. This position will work in tandem with the Controller and CFO to ensure the accurate and timely financial reporting for the company.
This position is located in West Chester, Ohio (Cincinnati) and is expected to be an in-office position at least 80% of the time.)
What you will do:
- Accounts Receivable:
- Invoice Generation and Distribution
- Generate accurate and timely invoices as requested by sales and operations.
- Distribute invoices to clients through various channels, including many customer portals, ensuring proper documentation.
- Properly allocate and recognize deferred revenue.
- Payment Processing:
- Monitor and record incoming payments, make remote deposits.
- Reconcile payments with outstanding invoices.
- Collections
- Manage the AR aging report and reach out in a disciplined and appropriate manner, including necessary escalations.
- Communicate with customers to resolve payment discrepancies and facilitate timely payments.
- Sales Tax Management: ensure proper classification of products and services. Ensure proper calculation and payment of sales tax with assistance from our third party provider- Avalera.
- Bank Account Management: daily review the bank accounts and ensure entries match financial system entries. (Accounts Payable are handled by another team members, but this position would be responsible for ensuring the bank and financial system agree, Controller will reconcile the account).
- Balance Sheet Management: consistently review the balance sheet accounts to ensure proper allocations and accruals are made.
- Month-End Close: under the direction of the Controller, assist in our period-closing procedures to prepare for financial statement distribution to management and board.
- Audit Support: provide support to the team and external auditors through our annual review. Preparation throughout the year with the review in mind.
- Research and Projects: as needed, provide data and reporting for projects assigned by Controller and/or CFO.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficient in accounting software (we currently use Quickbooks Online Advanced) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across departments.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary: range of $70,000 - $80,000
Benefits:
- 100% Employee Coverage (50% for spouse, dependent coverage) for:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with an Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Plan (with qualified medical plan) and employer contribution.
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Performance-Based Bonus
Client is based in Cincinnati, Ohio with offices across the country. Preference will be given to a qualified candidate in the Cincinnati area. Must be based in the US.
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