Staff Accountant

Position: Staff Accountant
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Who we are:
SmartChoice is a leading provider of business cloud communications with a unique portfolio of solutions including UCAAS, collaboration platforms, and dedicated contact centers. Through its 24x7x365 U.S. based support, white-glove service, and single point of contact approach, SmartChoice has become the go-to provider for a businesses’ technology needs and is one of the largest award-winning business phone system providers. SmartChoice is proud to service and support thousands of enterprises worldwide. Check out our website at www.smartchoiceus.com for more information.
Job Overview:
SmartChoice is seeking a diligent, motivated, and enthusiastic Staff Accountant that will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Supervisory responsibilities will include overseeing day to day operations of AR, AP and carrier orders.
You will be responsible for…

• Supporting month-end close process, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, credit card reconciliations and variance analysis in compliance with US GAAP standards with adherence to a tight close calendar
• Assisting in month-end close process including recording accruals, preparing journal entries, and reviewing General Ledger transactions for proper expense classifications
• Assisting with weekly bank & general ledger reconciliation
• Assisting with preparation of internal financial reporting package to Department Heads
• Reconciling W-9 information and review annual W-9 reports for all employees and vendors.
• Performing analysis of travel and expense accounts
• Working with vendors, ensuring they are in compliance with vendor set-up requirements and troubleshooting issues with processing of invoices.
• Answering vendor inquiries and research payment issues to ensure account balances with vendors are current.
• Coding all invoices, facilitate invoice approval process, and maintain vendor files.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

What education & experience you’ll bring...

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.)
• MS Office proficient with intermediate Excel skills
• Experience with QuickBooks a plus
• Telecom related experience a plus

What skills & abilities you’ll bring...

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

What we offer...

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan
• Exciting company events

SmartChoice provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type is not tolerated.
Recruiting agencies, please do not submit unsolicited referrals for this or any open role. We have a roster of agencies with whom we partner, and we will not pay any fee associated with unsolicited referrals.