What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Kforce Inc.?
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Scottsdale, AZ that is seeking a Staff Accountant.This firm is growing & will offer tremendous opportunity for advancement along with great benefits and a 15% year-end bonus!Summary:In this role, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for financial data management, journal entries, account reconciliations, timely completion and execution of monthly and quarterly close tasks, internal controls, and accounting for various components for utility scale solar projects.Responsibilities:
- Staff Accountant will perform accounting functions necessary to achieve an accurate and timely general ledger month-end close
- Duties will include preparation of journal entries, analysis and adjustment of income statement and balance sheet accounts, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general accounting support for assigned projects
- Utilize financial reporting software to create, maintain and update reporting templates and data queries
- Work closely with plant personnel as necessary to ensure complete accounting, financial reporting, and analysis for assigned areas
- Assist the corporate accounting teams in preparation of consolidated accounting and financial reporting requests
- As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare periodic comparative variance analysis as required
- Execute the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process within clearly defined time frames
- Prepare quarterly/annual financial statements and annual footnote schedules for standalone audits
- Support parent-level quarterly review and annual audit processes
- Collaborate with and respond to ad hoc requests from key stakeholders within the organization
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university required
- Entry level with accounting internships or 1- 2 years of General accounting experience, supporting the month-end close process
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP system is a plus
- Working knowledge of US GAAP
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including knowledge of advanced features such as pivot tables and lookups
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers
- Ability to work independently in team-oriented culture in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to set priorities and respond to changing demands from multiple sources
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment that emphasizes attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and working together to achieve company-wide objectives
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role.
We may ultimately pay more or less than this range.
Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.
This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees.
Salaried personnel receive paid time off.
Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law.
Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable.
The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
