Staff Accountant

SourcePro Search, LLC is conducting a search for a well-known staffing firm for a Staff Accountant. The Temporary Accountant supports the Accounting and Operations department in the payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger functions. As a staffing agency, timely and accurate processing of payroll is tantamount to successful performance in this position. This Accountant is responsible for assuring the accuracy of the general ledger, through the processing of payroll, accounts payable, account reconciliation, and monthly journal entries. The ability to manage the accounting process through the preparation of monthly financial statements is desirable but not required. Responsibilities • Handle day-to-day accounting functions including but not limited to: Payroll, A/P, Expense Reports, and credit cards.• Responsible for accounts payable functions from original entry through payment and reconciling all transactions• Secure appropriate approvals of all incoming vendor invoices, post, and issue payments as required• Track expenses and process expense reports; prepare and process electronic transfers and payments• Handle weekly processing of payroll and coordinate with billing all paid hours for contingent workforce.• Reconcile bank accounts weekly• Responds to inquiries and requests for information requiring knowledge of departmental and company policies and procedures.• Create and maintain an up to date Payroll & Accounts Payable Systems & Procedures Manual• Maintain up-to-date record keeping of financial documents, vendor and A/P files; prepare analysis of accounts; monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date• Responsible for financial statements, reports, and records related to payroll, accounts payable, and overall general accounting practices and reconciliation of all to the general ledger• Responsible for general ledger account reconciliation and maintenance and misc. journal entries • Manage credit cards & reconciliations • Going though scanned mail addressing anything that a response in required• Assist with information for annual reporting• Maintain confidentiality in all areas above• Assist with other accounting projects as needed• Perform other duties as requested Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree in accounting • 5 years of related experience in accounting and finance, particularly with financial statements, payroll accounts payable, and account reconciliation• 5 years of experience with general ledger• Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices• Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise or other enterprise accounting software • Proficient in MS Office suite (above average technical skills in Excel) • Proficient data entry skills and management of financial data• Experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with regards to company accounts• Driven, self-motivated, and highly organized and able to prioritize• Demonstrated ability to take direction and work independently as well as within a team • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail • Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines• High degree of professional integrity• Exceptional critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy• Staffing industry experience preferred