Staff Accountant

Position Summary The Staff Acountant plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of the organization by maintaining accruate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This position is responsible for general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, and supporting audits. Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities The Staff Accountant fulfills an integral support role in the Finance Department and organization’s daily accounting operations. • Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) • Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger • Process and maintain Accounts Payable invoices and weekly check runs • Process and maintain Accounts Receivables invoices • Work with team on Accounts Receivable collections • Post cash receipts payments against open invoices • Reconcile monthly account reconciliation • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports • Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation • Monitor and analyze accounting data to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions • Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting • Support budgeting and forecasting activities as needed. • Track Construction Draws against funding and work with Real Estate Development team • Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting concepts and procedures • In-depth knowledge and understanding of GAAP • Proficient knowledge and understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes • Proficiency with accounting software packages like QuickBooks • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel • Excellent computational skills with attention to detail and deadlines • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills • Effective organization and time management skills • Ability to be self-directed and function autonomously with integrity and ethics • Ability to balance competing demands and effectively handle shifting priorities in a timely manner • Ability to cultivate trusting relationships with colleagues • High level of thoroughness, accuracy, and dependability Success Factors/Metrics: Some key success factors in accordance with accounting operations include the following metrics: • Accurate calculations and entries • Accurate and timely accounts payable • Accurate and timely accounts receivable • Accurate and timely accounting reports • Efficient accounting processes Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Experience: • Accounting: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • Jacksonville, FL 32207 (Required) Work Location: In person