Northdale Oil Inc
Staff Accountant
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant is responsible for processing, monitoring, and reconciling all cash-related transactions while performing detailed account analysis to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong internal controls and supporting month-end and year-end close activities.
Key Responsibilities Cash Management & Transactions
Process and record daily cash transactions, including receipts, disbursements, wire transfers, ACH, and bank deposits
Monitor cash balances and ensure proper posting to the general ledger
Review and verify cash activity for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies
Assist with cash forecasting and liquidity reporting as needed
Account Analysis & Reconciliations
Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies timely
Perform account reconciliations for cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, intercompany accounts, and other balance sheet accounts
Investigate variances, identify errors, and recommend corrective actions
Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation
Financial Reporting & Close Support
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare journal entries related to cash activity, adjustments, and reclassifications
Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports
Ensure reconciliations are completed in accordance with closing timelines
Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–5 years of accounting experience with a focus on cash and balance sheet reconciliations
Public accounting or industry experience preferred
Skills & Knowledge
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliation practices
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred)
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CPA-eligible a plus
Experience with ERP systems
Work Environment
Office environment
Standard business hours with additional hours during close periods as needed
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Key Responsibilities Cash Management & Transactions
Process and record daily cash transactions, including receipts, disbursements, wire transfers, ACH, and bank deposits
Monitor cash balances and ensure proper posting to the general ledger
Review and verify cash activity for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies
Assist with cash forecasting and liquidity reporting as needed
Account Analysis & Reconciliations
Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies timely
Perform account reconciliations for cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, intercompany accounts, and other balance sheet accounts
Investigate variances, identify errors, and recommend corrective actions
Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation
Financial Reporting & Close Support
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare journal entries related to cash activity, adjustments, and reclassifications
Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports
Ensure reconciliations are completed in accordance with closing timelines
Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–5 years of accounting experience with a focus on cash and balance sheet reconciliations
Public accounting or industry experience preferred
Skills & Knowledge
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliation practices
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred)
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CPA-eligible a plus
Experience with ERP systems
Work Environment
Office environment
Standard business hours with additional hours during close periods as needed
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