Staff Accountant

CQ Medical; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CQ Medical in Kentucky is seeking an accounting professional to prepare and maintain general ledger entries, reconcile accounts, and support month-end close processes.

You will analyze financial data, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and ensure GAAP compliance while collaborating with other departments and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Two plus years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Strong technical proficiency in ERP systems (Infor XA, or similar preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account reconciliations.
• Key contributor to month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare financial statements and internal reports.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or trends.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and regulations.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information.
• Respond to ad hoc reporting and analysis requests from management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems (Infor XA)

Excel & financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Infor XA

Job description

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account reconciliations
• Key contributor to month-end and year-end closing processes
• Prepare financial statements and internal reports
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or trends
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and regulations
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information
• Respond to ad hoc reporting and analysis requests from management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Two plus years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Strong technical proficiency in ERP systems (Infor XA, or similar preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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