Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States (Remote)*
*While this job is primarily remote you must be located in the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area.
Department: Accounting
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Exempt Status : Non-exempt
Tigunia has an incredible opportunity for a Staff Accountant. We are looking for an enthusiastic, client-focused, empathetic, personable, self-driven candidate for this role.
Since Tigunia’s start as a Microsoft Solutions partner in 2007, we have continuously prioritized a client-centered philosophy backed by a deep knowledge of different technologies and their precise use. We hold true to our core values to produce results, solve problems with a sense of urgency, treat clients and coworkers with respect, and foster long term relationships. The right candidate for this role will demonstrate the skills listed below.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
- Create invoices according to company practices; submit invoices to customers.
- Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and assist with collection of past due accounts.
- Create reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
- Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a weekly basis.
- Assists in generating monthly billing statements.
- Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies in invoices.
- Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
- Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
- Calculates and reports sales tax based on paid invoices.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close. Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate close processes.
- Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies. Assist in the development and implementation of procedures to improve financial accuracy and efficiency.
- Provide guidance and support accounting staff, including reviewing their work and offering training as needed.
- Participate in or lead special projects related to accounting, finance, or system enhancements as assigned by management.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly and effectively.
- Ability to manage workload efficiently during peak periods such as month-end and year-end close.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work in a team and in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma required; Accounting degree required.
- Two years of related experience required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Associate
- Industry
- IT Services and IT Consulting
- Employment Type
Full-time
- Job Functions
- Accounting/Auditing
- Finance
- Skills
- Accounting
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Account Reconciliation
- Organization Skills
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Written Communication