Staff Accountant

Company: LongArm Engineering
Location: Odessa
Posted on: May 21, 2023

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION: Ensure all financial records and statements are in line with laws, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Identify and recommend resolutions for any discrepancies or irregularities they find in records, statements, or documented transactions Be able to communicate their insights and reports with people outside of finance; therefore, strong communication and interpersonal skills are highly preferred Create and examine the accuracy of financial statements to ensure all financial records and statements are in line with laws, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). These records and statements include the balance sheet, the profit and loss statement, the cash-flow statement, and tax returns Ability to document business financial transactions over time, and compile the information needed to prepare entries for company accounts, such as the general ledger. Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual closing statements and cost accounting reports. Accountants must also resolve discrepancies or irregularities in records, statements, or documented transactions. They typically observe established accounting control procedures through an accounting system or software program Other finance-related tasks in addition to analyzing financial records and statements. Other job duties include monitoring the efficiency of accounting control procedures or software programs. Help to ensure that procedures and programs are up to date with federal and state regulations Reconciliation of payroll, verification of contracts and orders, and collecting receivables may be part of an accountant's duties. At higher levels, accountants are involved in constructing company budgets and developing financial models Audit financials and make adjusting entries for month-end close Bank Reconciliations for all companies on a weekly and monthly basis Review daily payment postings and auto payments and other entries that may need to be posted to the Accounting software Review monthly fuel bills and receipts Bank Reconciliation Make any general journal entries required Process Payroll Process subcontractor checks Assist Controller/CFO with reporting to execute team and other special projects Other duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel, and Outlook) Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices High school diploma or GED required Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in lieu of degreeBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insuranceVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftExperience:Bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)Accounting: 2 years (Required)quickbooks: 2 years (Required)Work Location:One locationWork Remotely:No

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