Job Description
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Staff Accountant will report to the Director of Finance and be
responsible for the operations of our Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
departments as well as other accounting related tasks. This includes facilitating and
managing relationships with our clients and vendors to accurately maintain and collect
account balances within the specified terms of the contract or agreement. This role will
require strong computer skills due to heavy utilization of ERP systems and Microsoft
Excel for financial records and reporting.
TOP THREE ROLES: Invoicing Clients | Vendor Payments | Financial Accuracy and
Compliance
JOB DUTIES:
•Generate invoices for all clients.
•Maintain and report records of all invoices, deposits, correspondence, and
exemption certificates in Sage Intacct.
•Ensure A/R, A/P, and tax policies are compliant and executed accordingly.
•Create bills and journal entries for payable activity.
•Assist with data extraction for tax filings.
•Review financial statements and account books for accuracy and legal
compliance.
•Assist with monthly close and reconciliations.
•Prepare documentation and reports for Director of Finance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Bachelor's degree in accounting.
•Basic knowledge of GAAP principles.
•Previous work experience in accounting or business finance.
•Experience with complex journal entries in a variety of subledger accounts.
•Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with experience in Sage Intacct a plus.
•Detail-oriented with emphasis on ensuring full compliance on all tasks.
•Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
OTHER IMPORTANT SKILLS: Problem Solving, Critical thinking, Level-headed
under pressure, Effective verbal and written communication, Collaborative, Self-
Confidence, and Enthusiasm for the job.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Vaco
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