Staff Accountant (SAAUS) - Finance , Austin, TX(Austin)

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for corporate accounting functions such as invoice and account reconciliations, general ledger analysis and journal entry preparation for client payables and other balance sheet accounts. This position will also prepare quarterly and yearly schedules for external auditors and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. A successful candidate will have 1+ years experience in general accounting, preferably at a for-profit organization.
 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Compare files from client/vendor to internal purchase order files in Excel format to match line items resulting in reconciled payment amount
• Communicate with partners across the company and clients in order to resolve discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders
• Prepare and enter journal entries
• Perform reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts and report findings to Accounting Manager
• Prepare audit schedules for quarterly reviews and year end audit
• Demonstrate initiative in understanding the requirements of SOX 404, documenting internal controls, and working with management to evaluate and improve current processes
• Reports to the Accounting Manager

Job Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with Excel skills imperative
• Strong analytical and systems skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction but communicate up as necessary
• Thorough documentation skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Familiarity with Oracle or other ERP system