As the Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for providing accurate and timely processing and payment of vendor invoices and credit card transactions. You will assist in certain month end and year end activities along with other special projects as necessary. You will be essential to the overall success of the company and will gain valuable experience and growth as you advance your corporate accounting career at HM Cragg.

Reporting Relationship: The Staff Accountant reports to the Financial Accounting Manager

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Vendor Management and Expense Processing and Analysis

• Perform day-to-day activities of accounts payable transactions to ensure vendor accounts are paid and kept current in an effective, consistent, and accurate manner
• Research and resolve vendor account payments and credit card statements as needed
• Prepare vendor checks/ACHs for payment in a timely and efficient manner
• Manage accounts payable processes including the use of Fast AP software for document approvals and storage in IFS
• Assist with ensuring that work task purchases are processed and recorded properly and that all related purchases are correctly attached to their corresponding work tasks
• Maintain and file 1099s
• Manage vendor set up forms and update and maintain vendor files including W-9s
• Oversee and set up employee company purchasing cards to ensure timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with stated internal controls and processes
• Maintain documentation of all key processes related to accounts payable

Accounting Operations Support

• Assist with creating purchase requisitions/orders for various divisions
• Complete timely and accurate reconciliations for certain balance sheet and key income statement expense accounts
• Manage and maintain all daily bank receipts and disbursements
• Complete special projects related to process improvement and analysis, as identified and needed
• Provide office support as needed to ensure effective and efficient operations
• Adhere to company policies as stated in the Employee Handbook
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of general accounting principles
• Proficient in using ERP and CRM systems
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Personal Attributes

• Innovative problem solver who can generate workable solutions and resolve issues and complaints
• Passionate about meeting deadlines, To-Dos, and objectives in a timely manner
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to jump in and help other colleagues in times of need
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work in an organized, self-directed manner

Travel expectations: No travel necessary

Posting Qualifications:

• Associate's degree with an accounting focus required; Bachelor's preferred
• 1-2 years prior experience with accounting and/or bookkeeping