Staff Accountant

Gateway Search Associates; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Search Associates is looking for a Staff Accountant based in Scranton, Lackawanna County, responsible for managing the full cycle of accounting tasks. Key responsibilities include processing accounts receivable and payable, generating financial reports, and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance, with proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. This position offers an opportunity to work in a professional environment while handling crucial financial tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• QuickBooks experience is a must.
• Experience with basic accounting procedures and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Handle the complete cycle of accounting tasks.
• Monitor financial transactions and generate reports.
• Process accounts receivable and payable, and manage invoices.
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations.
• Manage payroll system and handling payroll processing.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports.

Skills

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Accounting procedures

Data entry

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for handling the full cycle of accounting duties, monitoring financial transactions, processing accounts receivable and payable, and managing invoices.

Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is essential for data entry and the creation of spreadsheets and reports.

• Handle the complete cycle of accounting tasks
• Monitor financial transactions and generate reports
• Process accounts receivable and payable, and manage invoices
• Utilize QuickBooks for data entry and financial management
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations, verifying transactions are recorded correctly
• Use Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets and reports
• Manage the payroll system and handle payroll processing
• Conduct account reconciliation tasks to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports
• Adhere to legal standards, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

Requirements

Must have a minimum of an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance. Bachelor's degree preferred.

• QuickBooks experience a MUST
• Experience with basic accounting procedures such as invoicing, ledger accounts, and reconciliation
• Must have basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel; Word required; PowerPoint a plus