Staff Accountant
Northfield Mount Hermon, seeks a trustworthy, self-motivated individual to be responsible for diverse duties in maintaining accounting records. This position requires a general understanding of accounting principles. Under the supervision of the Controller, the staff accountant will post entries from a wide variety of sources into ledgers. This position will reconcile bank statements, monitor schedules for prepaids, receivable, bonds payable, securities and interest, cross check, make comparisons, and balance accounts. Additional duties include assisting with the accurate and timely dissemination of internal monthly financial reports and annual audits; managing inventory by maintaining and updating records; and assisting with accounts payable processing. Work may include backing up other functions within the accounting department.
The successful applicant will have a Bachelor’s degree; 2+ years of accounting experience. Candidates must possess outstanding analytical, organizational, and detail oriented skills. Additional qualifications include the ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as being a self-starter capable of working independently. Experience handling multiple projects concurrently is preferred. Applicants must have strong general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, income tax and banking knowledge. Highly computer knowledgeable is expected. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google products required.