Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Portsmouth, NH • 5d ago

Description We are looking for a meticulous and reliable Staff Accountant to join our team in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This role offers the opportunity to take on a variety of accounting and financial responsibilities while working closely with senior leadership. The ideal candidate is someone who values professionalism, thrives in a detailed-oriented environment, and is seeking a long-term position with growth potential.

Responsibilities:

Oversee accounts payable processes, including coding, batching, and reconciling 75-125 weekly invoices and credit card expenses.

Manage accounts receivable and billing functions to ensure timely and accurate financial records.

Perform bank reconciliations, journal entries, and assist with month-end and year-end reporting activities.

Handle payroll processing for two payrolls, covering approximately 15 employees.

Prepare and maintain financial reports, including variance analysis, budgets, and projections using advanced Excel skills.

Support audits, such as workers' compensation audits, by pulling and organizing necessary data.

Manage personal financial matters for the owner, including bill payments and expense tracking.

Assist with financial analysis by generating income statements, tracking projections, and updating spreadsheets.

Learn and assist with additional responsibilities related to senior leadership roles, ensuring smooth operational transitions. Requirements - Proven experience in accounting or bookkeeping, with a strong focus on accounts payable and billing.

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.

Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Experience managing payroll processes and reconciling financial data.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple financial entities and reporting requirements.

Familiarity with general ledger activities, journal entries, and accruals.

Previous experience working in a small business or family-run organization is highly desirable.

Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to reliability and accuracy.

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