Staff Accountant

Skidmore-Sales-; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore Sales & Distributing is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role applies accounting principles to analyze financial information, assist in preparing reports, and supports general ledger maintenance and month-end close.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 4–5 years of experience, with strong Excel and Office skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline.
• 4–5 years of professional experience in accounting, with general ledger exposure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Close monthly books and prepare supporting schedules.
• Maintain general and subsidiary ledgers; analyze variances.
• Prepare and post month-end journal vouchers including payroll.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash activity.
• Prepare periodic management and statistical reports for leadership.
• Assist with tax packages and year-end processes as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Skidmore Sales & Distributing is searching for a full-time, experienced Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and assist in the preparation of financial reports. Computes, classifies, records, and verifies numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records.General Ledger AccountingCompiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.Maintains the general and subsidiary ledgers including; accounts receivable control and operating expense analysis.Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes narrative reports explaining findings.Reviews, balances, and interprets reports, and makes corrections.Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization’s accounting operation.Responsible for the monthly closing of the general ledger.Responsible for the monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.Extracts general ledger information.Prepares and distributes various periodic management & statistical reports.Assists with financial statement maintenance.Prepares and posts month end journal vouchers.Prepares and post weekly payroll journal vouchers.Communicates intercompany transactions to subsidiaries.Issues monthly financial statements.Keeps CFO advised daily on routine accounting matters.Assists CFO in special projects.Taxes & Year End DutiesAssists with state & local tax package preparation for auditors.Calculates and files quarterly CAT tax.Prepares 1099 forms.Calculates and files various state sales tax returns.Assists with information preparation for annual review.Assists with information preparation for tax preparers.Calculates year end blending inventory.Assists with annual insurance audit.Assists CFO w/ budget preparation.Banking & Cash ManagementPerforms file uploads for Positive Pay.Sets up ACH transfers for weekly payments to vendors.Audits bank fees for accuracy.Communicates with bank treasury manager when discrepancies arise.Calculates intercompany allocation of bank fees.Maintains cash book records and assists w/ forecast for cash requirements.Monitors customer credit card processing.Maintains petty cash.Reconciles bank statements.Monitors un-cleared checks.Generates monthly reconciliation reports.Maintains bank reconciliation records.Handles vendor requests for proof of cleared checks.Assists AP with coding data for input to financial data processing system according to company proceduresClerical/General AdministrativeRespond to routine emails, phone calls, etcMake copies, print documents, mail delivery, etcFile paperworkThis job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.Education/ExperienceKnowledge and skills at a level normally acquired through the completion of an Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.4-5 years of professional experience in Accounting, with particular experience in general ledger accounting efforts.Licenses/Credentials/CertificationsCPA Preferred, but not requiredSpecialized Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAdvanced attention to detail and accuracy in all workAbility to prioritize own wide-ranging work load and work independentlyCalm, organized, patient, diplomatic, and confident demeanor in working with staff and customersAbility to communicate both verbally and in writing to a wide range of audiences – primarily staff and customersKnowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OutlookAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues and customersWORKING CONDITIONS:Working Hours/EnvironmentOffice hours are 40 per week – Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 5:00; may require additional hours periodically, including evening and weekends depending on business needsWork typically performed in an indoor office settingTools and Equipment UsedPersonal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipmentTravelMinimal – less than 5% of the timePhysical & Mental DemandsFrequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of timeAbility to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of timeDigital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipmentLight lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in personBody motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment