Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented, seeking a long-term opportunity to grow and eventually take on a leadership role. The role offers a unique blend of accounting tasks, financial reporting, and personal finance management, requiring a reliable individual with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

- Manage accounts payable, including processing invoices, credit card expenses, and reconciling accounts weekly and monthly.

- Handle accounts receivable and billing processes efficiently to ensure accurate and timely transactions.

- Perform bank reconciliations, prepare journal entries, and assist with workers' compensation audits.

- Process payroll for multiple payroll cycles, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

- Assist with month-end and year-end financial activities, including general ledger updates, accruals, and reporting.

- Prepare detailed financial reports, including budgets, income statements, and variance analyses, using advanced Excel skills.

- Support the owner by managing personal finances, handling expenses, and assisting with investment tracking.

- Learn and provide backup for additional functions currently handled by the Controller, ensuring smooth transitions.

- Adapt responsibilities based on individual strengths to enhance operational efficiency and reporting capabilities.

- Collaborate on ad hoc reporting and projections to support financial decision-making. Requirements - Several years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, with a strong background in payroll and reporting.

- Proficiency in advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.

- Detail-oriented approach with a high level of reliability and attention to detail.

- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

- Experience in managing both business and personal finances is highly preferred.

- Familiarity with accounting processes in a small business environment is a plus.

- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple entities and complex financial structures.

- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.

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