Junior Staff Accountant

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Job ID#: 24702

AP Accountant Needed for a stable and growing company!
Great Upper Heights office location
Fully in-office | Up to $65k based on experience

This position is responsible for providing support in areas including Intercompany Payables, Inventory, Vendor Payables, and general administrative accounting. In addition to these core duties, the AP Accountant will contribute to various accounting projects and initiatives as directed by the company and the Accounting Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Intercompany Accounts Payable (AP) process, which includes posting IC vendor invoices and maintaining accurate records.
• Review and reconcile Intercompany (IC) statements, track goods in transit, and manage received goods or pending payments.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies such as incorrect quantities or prices in postings.
• Ensure accurate costing by verifying receipt bill postings or utilizing inventory analysis reports.
• Support management by analyzing accounting data and preparing necessary financial reports.
• Record and document all financial transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Handle Accounts Payable for Intercompany transactions: enter bills, manage receipts, respond to vendor inquiries, and process unreceived items.
• Reconcile major vendor statements monthly and provide reports to management as requested.
• Monitor and manage open purchase orders.
• Record Intercompany expenses by preparing worksheets and ensuring correct billing of time and expenses for each period, with appropriate documentation.
• Assist with inventory adjustments and month-end physical inventory reports, ensuring necessary adjustments are recorded.
• Serve as a backup for general Accounts Payable duties.
• Prepare and recommend accounting policies and procedures to maintain strong accounting controls.
• Ensure the security and confidentiality of financial data, including company accounts, banking details, client and employee information.
• Verify payment documentation, obtain appropriate signatures or approvals, and facilitate weekly check runs for disbursements.
• Assist with auditing and reviewing financial transactions as needed.
• Perform various administrative tasks, including filing and check processing.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with all business contacts.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal teams.
• Contribute to special projects with moderate supervision.
• Draft business communications with appropriate formatting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

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