Staff Accountant

Responsibilities Classification: Non-Exempt / Non-Bargaining Position may be located remote. #LI-Remote Performs duties related to financial accounting, month end close process, account reconciliations primarily relating to general ledger and daily treasury cash transactions from various sources for Consolidated Communications and its subsidiaries/affiliates. Analyzes financial reports and records relative to the accounting for cash and related accounts. Performs account reconciliations. Exercises responsibility for all components of the daily cash reconciliation process to ensure that the process functions smoothly and accurately. Assists in the completion of accurate and timely month-end bank reconciliations of the bank account statements to the general ledger. Prepares month-end journal entries to ensure accurate and timely recording of general ledger transactions, including cash receipts activity, bank charges, and other adjustments. Interacts with other departments, the bank, and outside vendors to resolve questions arising from cash receipts and general ledger transactions. Applies current company policies and procedures to resolve technical problems concerning customer accounts, as well as other customer payment research. Performs miscellaneous data entry and administrative tasks such as creating reports, memos, correspondence and data extraction for special analysis, as well as, providing information related to banking activity. Participates during the development and testing of new systems or enhancements to the cash systems. May assist in ensuring software changes to the remittance processes are properly and accurately accounted for in the bank accounts and general ledger. Assists in the identification, analysis, and documentation of internal controls related to the cash or other Treasury processes. This includes identifying and documenting process improvements. Assists in other projects or tasks related to bank analysis, process analysis, cash flow projections, cash management. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or Associates degree with 2 - 3 years of related professional experience Solid knowledge of GAAP and the ability to apply accounting principles to general accounting functions Experience with month-end close and working with general ledger and subledgers Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of management Excellent time management and organizational skills Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Excel and Word Knowledge of financial ERP systems; PeopleSoft experience a plus Benefits Offered We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package: 401(k) matching Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health savings account Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid vacation and personal days Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Annual bonus program to eligible employee's based upon organization performance Salary Pay range (commensurate with skills and experience): $41,998 - $63,660 Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, familial status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Consolidated Communications Enterprise Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.