Forward Air
Overview
Position:
Staff Accountant
Job Description:
The
Staff Accountant
is responsible for a variety of accounting and finance reporting tasks, with a focus on Payroll and Benefits. They assist with the monthly accounting close process, control activities, accruals, reconciliation, financial reporting, post-close tasks, and ensuring ongoing compliance. They also contribute to business transformation and process improvement initiatives in close collaboration with accounting and finance leaders.
Core Responsibilities & Duties
Prepare weekly reporting for assigned client groups
Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly journal entries
Assist in the preparation of the monthly and quarterly closing processes for financial reporting
Assist in recording payroll expenses, by reporting segment
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts
Prepare financial and analytical schedules as assigned
Assist auditors with documentation and support during quarterly reviews and year-end audit
Assists with budget planning and preparation
All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
Experience: 1+ years of experience in corporate accounting
Strong knowledge of and experience with GAAP and other key accounting concepts
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Expert Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, V/X lookups, advanced formulas, macros, etc.); Visualization tool experience preferred (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)
Experience with Cloud ERP platforms (Oracle Fusion Cloud, NetSuite, UKG, etc.)
Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information
Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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Staff Accountant
Job Description:
The
Staff Accountant
is responsible for a variety of accounting and finance reporting tasks, with a focus on Payroll and Benefits. They assist with the monthly accounting close process, control activities, accruals, reconciliation, financial reporting, post-close tasks, and ensuring ongoing compliance. They also contribute to business transformation and process improvement initiatives in close collaboration with accounting and finance leaders.
Core Responsibilities & Duties
Prepare weekly reporting for assigned client groups
Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly journal entries
Assist in the preparation of the monthly and quarterly closing processes for financial reporting
Assist in recording payroll expenses, by reporting segment
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts
Prepare financial and analytical schedules as assigned
Assist auditors with documentation and support during quarterly reviews and year-end audit
Assists with budget planning and preparation
All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
Experience: 1+ years of experience in corporate accounting
Strong knowledge of and experience with GAAP and other key accounting concepts
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Expert Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, V/X lookups, advanced formulas, macros, etc.); Visualization tool experience preferred (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)
Experience with Cloud ERP platforms (Oracle Fusion Cloud, NetSuite, UKG, etc.)
Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information
Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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