Accountant

The CSP Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The CSP Group in Missouri is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the month-end close, manage full cycle accounts payable, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. The role includes filing state sales tax returns, reconciling general ledger activity, and assisting cash management with ACH and wire payments, leveraging advanced Excel and ERP systems.

The successful candidate will hold an accounting or finance degree or equivalent experience and thrive under tight deadlines within a

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with month-end close and AP/GL processes.
• Knowledge of sales tax filings and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file state sales tax and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with business licensing requirements.
• Prepare financial support docs and reconcile GL accounts.
• Verify and reconcile corporate credit card charges.
• Assist month-end close, post journal entries, and fixed asset tracking.
• Support cash management including ACH/wire payments.
• Maintain Excel datasets and generate management reports.
• Support audits and financial data requests.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

NetSuite familiarity

Avalara/Sovos tax systems

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Avalara

Sovos

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial schedules, performing general accounting tasks, and managing full cycle accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent relevant accounting experience. This role supports the month-end close process, prepares and files state sales tax returns, reconciles accounts, and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. The Staff Accountant must possess strong attention to detail, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and the ability to work effectively within tight deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and file state sales tax and research and respond to customer sales tax inquiries
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with business licensing requirements

Financial Analysis & Account Reconciliation

• Prepare and analyze financial support documents to ensure accuracy
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Verify and reconcile corporate credit card charges

Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Assist in the month-end closing process, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and closed on time
• Prepare and post journal entries to reflect financial activities
• Maintain the fixed asset system, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting
• Support cash management activities, including managing payment exceptions and processing of ACH/wire payments

Financial Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets for various markets, customers, and accounts, managing large datasets efficiently
• Generate supplemental reports as required by management for financial analysis

Key Performance Metrics

• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of the month-end closing process, with all accounts fully reconciled each month

• Improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial data management, including Excel models and schedules
• Foster effective cross-functional collaboration within the Finance team and other departments to enhance communication and overall workflow
• Maintain compliance with closing reconciliations and reporting requirements for affiliated businesses
• Support audits, including external and tax audits

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, v-lookups, and complex formulas

• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar accounting systems is a plus
• Familiarity with Avalara and/or Sovos tax systems is a plus
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Ability to manage large data sets and perform detailed analysis with high accuracy
• Knowledge of state sales tax regulations and filing requirements

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Customer Focus
  • Ensures financial accuracy and compliance by preparing reports, reconciling accounts, and managing sales tax filings
  • Supports internal teams with timely financial data and responses to inquiries
• Ensures Accountability
  • Manages month-end closing, journal entries, and reconciliations. Ensures accurate and timely sales tax filings and financial data management
  • Tracks performance metrics and identifies process improvements
• Action Oriented
  • Handles ledger reconciliations, credit card verifications, and month-end close activities
  • Identifies and resolves discrepancies to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting