Staff Accountant

Confidential; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Annual bonuses based on performance

Job summary

A financial services firm in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Staff Accountant to support its accounting department by managing general accounting duties, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or multi-entity accounting, and should be detail-oriented and self-motivated. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including a 401(k) match and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years accounting experience.
• Exceptional relationship and communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with a professional demeanor.
• Self-starter with professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Motivated, driven with ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Complete verbal and written requests from the Controller and Senior Accountant.
• File multi-state sales tax returns for related entities.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee updates.
• Oversee W-9 collection and filing for compliance.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash receipts.
• Support payroll processing and related filings.
• Assist with insurance renewals, audits, and documentation.
• Support 1099 reporting and filings using Sage/Aatrix.
• Assist with income tax returns and related documentation.
• Coordinate credit card administration and provide backup support.
• Assist executive management expenses and related entries.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem-solving capabilities

Attention to detail

Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Staff Accountant supports the Accounting Department by performing a wide range of general accounting and administrative duties. This role works closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient accounting operations across related entities.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 1-2 yrs of accounting experience
• Construction or multi-entity accounting experience strongly preferred
• Exceptional relationship and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must be a self-starter with a professional demeanor and strong work ethic
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Motivated, driven personality with the ability to work autonomously to deliver results

Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience

Company 401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental and life insurance at no cost to employee

PTO

Annual bonuses subject to company profitability and personal performance

Employment Details

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Duties/Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To)

General Duties

• Complete verbal and written requests from the Controller and Senior Accountant accurately and within required timelines
• Assist with various accounting projects and reports as assigned

Accounting Responsibilities:

• Assist with researching and responding to sales tax requests from the Estimating Department
• File multi-state sales tax returns for related entities after review

W-9 Administration

• Oversee W-9 collection, entry, and proper filing to ensure compliance and accuracy

Small Entity Accounting

• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other accounting tasks

Payroll

• Support payroll processing, employee updates, payroll tax filings, garnishment checks, and 401(k) uploads
• Assist with other payroll-related activities as needed

Insurance

• Assist the Controller with insurance renewals, audits, and documentation requests for all entities

1099 Reporting

• Review 1099 preparation reports to ensure all required W-9s are collected and entered in Sage
• Assist with filing 1099s through Aatrix and Sage
• Ensure all supporting documentation is saved and vendor copies are mailed

Income Tax Returns

• Assist with income tax returns and extensions received from the CPA
• Maintain organized backup documentation in appropriate network folders

Credit Cards

• Coordinate credit card administration with the Accounting Assistant
• Provide backup support as needed

Accounts Payable

• Coordinate overhead accounts payable with the Accounting Assistant
• Provide backup support as required

Executive Management Expenses

• Process and enter executive management credit card reports
• Assist the Controller and Senior Accountant with additional executive requests