Staff Accountant

Jobtailor; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an accounting professional to support general ledger activities and month-end close across multiple entities. The role involves multi-currency reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and collaboration with senior management.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, at least 2 years of experience, and strong proficiency in US GAAP, IFRS, SAP, and Tagetik, with advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS is required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet timelines.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with multiple accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general ledger activities and perform accounting tasks.
• Provide shared services for G+D unit entities.
• Participate in the monthly close process and closing entries.
• Prepare and balance financial statements in a multi-currency environment.
• Examine vouchers and invoices for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Prepare reconciliations and support schedules for GL balances.
• Assist in SAP and Tagetik financial reporting.
• Support audits and intercompany reconciliations.

Skills

US GAAP Knowledge

IFRS Knowledge

General Ledger Management

Data Analysis

Multi-Currency Transactions

Depreciation Calculation

Financial Reporting

Audit Participation

Account Reconciliation

VLOOKUP

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

BA/BS in Finance

Tools

SAP

Tagetik

Excel

Job description

• Assist with general ledger activities and perform moderate to complex accounting tasks
• Provide accounting shared services for G+D Mobile Security, G+D Currency Technology and G+D ePayments
• Participate in the monthly close process
• Prepare, post and balance financial statements, records, documents and reports in a multi-currency environment
• Examine accounting documents, including vouchers and invoices, to verify accuracy and policy compliance
• Prepare and post general ledger entries, including adjustments and closing entries
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports in SAP and Tagetik
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and calculate depreciation
• Prepare account reconciliations, schedules, exhibits and summaries supporting general ledger balances
• Process foreign currency transactions, including currency conversions and revaluations
• Develop nonstandard analyses, reports and statements with tables, charts and exhibits
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Participate in preparing consolidated US GAAP and IFRS financial statements
• Assist with reconciliation of intercompany transactions with affiliates worldwide
• Participate in interim and annual company audits
• Provide support to all areas of the Accounting Department as needed
• Perform other analysis and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
• At least 2 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (USGAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet established timelines
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to work with multiple accounting software packages
• Excel skills, including working knowledge of pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with peers and senior management

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in accounting principles, including US GAAP and IFRS, with strong capabilities in financial reporting, general ledger management, and multi-currency transactions. Proficient in using accounting software such as SAP and Tagetik, alongside advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• US GAAP Knowledge
• IFRS Knowledge
• SAP Proficiency
• Excel Skills
• General Ledger Management

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger Entries
• Account Reconciliation
• Multi-Currency Transactions
• Depreciation Calculation
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Audit Participation
• Data Analysis
• VLOOKUP

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting
• BA/BS in Finance

Industry Keywords

• Accounting Principles
• Financial Statements
• Shared Services
• Intercompany Transactions
• Month-End Closing
• Year-End Closing

Tools & Technologies

• SAP
• Tagetik
• Excel