Staff Accountant Job at Maryland Staffing in Baltimore

Staff Accountant Opportunity In Baltimore, Maryland

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing financial processes. This contract-to-permanent position requires expertise in accounting, project costing, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of year-end close processes while adhering to GAAP standards.
• Monitor and analyze job costs to align with budgets and profitability objectives.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, job cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and budget variance analyses.
• Track and forecast project costs, identifying variances and assessing cost performance.
• Maintain compliance with company and industry financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate job costing and financial tracking.
• Utilize accounting software to streamline financial operations.
• Support budgeting processes and provide insightful financial analysis to guide decision-making.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management.
• Skilled in preparing financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and budget variance analyses.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve variances.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams.