Staff Accountant

George Moving & Storage, Inc.; Freedom (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

George Moving & Storage, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant or Assistant Controller in the Accounting department to ensure compliance with accepted accounting principles and internal controls.

The role collaborates with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records and to implement policies. Responsibilities include preparing customer billings, payroll, bank reconciliations, monthly reports, and AR/AP activities, while supporting journal entries and ad hoc analyses as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or finance required.
• At least two years of related experience; moving industry experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and other Windows-based systems; strong data entry and financial record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Review Accounts Receivable Aging Reports to ensure timely collections.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare payroll, commissions, and payroll journal entries.
• Prepare customer billings and post to ledgers; assist with bank deposits.
• Prepare monthly reports and conduct special-project analysis.
• Interface with employees, government entities, and vendors to obtain or provide information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Dynamics

Word

Job description

Department: Accounting
Title: Staff Accountant or Assistant Controller
Status: Salary - Full Time - Exempt
Supervisor: Controller
Job Summary: Ensuring all accounting practices are following legal guidelines.
and adhering to established accounting principles. Working with the company financial team to create internal controls and policies.
Identifying solutions to discrepancies in financial records.
Preparation of customer billings, follow up on collections and posting to ledgers. Prepare daily bank deposits. Reconciliation of bank accounts. Prepare monthly reports and reconciliations. Perform research and analysis for special projects. Preparation of payroll and commissions.
Duties and Responsibilities: Review Accounts Receivable Aging Reports throughout the month to ensure timely collection of amounts due the company. Assist with monthly reconciliation and journal entries. Preparation of payroll, commissions and payroll journal entries. Frequently interface with employees, government entities, and private companies to resolve issues and obtain or provide requested information. Prepare monthly reports and reconciliations as assigned. Perform research and analysis for special projects. Perform other assignments as required by management.
Must be able to meet deadlines.
Qualifications: Required: Associate degree in accounting or finance.
At least two years of related experience, moving industry experience, and including computer literacy. Must be proficient in Excel and other window-based systems.
Skills: Well organized and able to handle multiple responsibilities. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills including written and oral communication skills in English. Highly organized with keen attention to detail and self-motivated. Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving. Proficient in basic office and accounting software programs (Dynamics) including Excel and Word. Collaboration and teamwork skills.
Work Environment: Majority of job in office setting with extended sitting and utilization of computer terminal. Minimal travel required. Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs), walking, stooping, kneeling, seeing, hearing, and bending required with or without reasonable accommodations.