Jr. Staff Accountant – Leading Solutions HQ, Kissimmee, FL
Performs various clerical and routine accounting tasks in support of an operating unit, to include posting entries, verifying and reconciling input to financial reporting system output, processing payments, and/or assisting in preparation of billings and other financial reports. Responds to inquiries and contacts other departments and/or vendors to resolve a variety of problems. Assists in performance of various clerical duties.
Specific tasks include:
- Reconciles various expenditure reports to source documents; distributes and files financial documents and reports.
- Sorts documents; codes, logs, reviews for accuracy; matches supporting invoices to procurement documents; and verifies invoices for payment.
- Prepares routine entries and posts financial transactions; reconciles entries and internal ledgers to financial reporting system reports.
- Perform regular reconciliations of all bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial accounts.
- Prepares and submits Invoices to clients, including statements of accounts.
- Researches processing problems, contacts departments and vendors to resolve problems and expedite payment and responds to inquiries by telephone or in writing; refers complex problems for solution.
- Assists in preparation of financial statements such as billings, budgets, and cost reports.
- Supports payroll with data, research and validation of payroll records.
- Supports financial forecasts and budget preparation.
- Prepares bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements.
- Types accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records.
- Provides accounting and clerical support to the accounting department.
- Informs management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas.
- Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- Must have 2-3 years accounting/finance experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Must have 2 years of experience using QuickBooks.
- Preferred experience working with government accounting/finance with extensive job costing.
- Preferred experience with processing payroll and using Paychex Flex.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word) with demonstrated advanced Excel skills and competency.
- Must be detail-oriented, have a high-level attention to detail with ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks within a set deadline with minimal supervision.
- Must have hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports with the ability to prepare financial reports.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of company management and clients by phone, email and in person.
- Ability to multi-task and follow through and complete all tasks.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
- Must be able to pass a Federal background check.
Leading Solutions is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.
Leading Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in Kissimmee, Florida. The Company provides professional, technical, administrative, and healthcare services to Government and commercial clients. Leading Solutions customer- centric foundation ensures that our leadership and employees meet customer challenges and build trusting partnerships that lay the groundwork for success.