WHAT IS A STAFF ACCOUNTANT ?
As Staff Accountant, you will help elevate the accounting function in every way including supporting efficient monthly close & audit processes. You will keep us compliant by staying up to date on accounting standards and diligently documenting your work. As Pangea continues to grow, you will build scalable processes and ensure accurate financials. Reporting into the Controller, you will help build a best-in-class accounting function. You should have strong attention to detail and enjoy solving complex accounting challenges and implementing innovative solutions.
Need-to-Know Overview of a Staff Accountant
1. Staff Accountant Roles and Duties
- Prepare consolidated financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from multiple sources including general ledger and departments.
- Own accounts payable and accounts receivable processes in partnership with Controller.
- Support FP&A in the daily financial operations process.
- Prepare a budget for actual reporting and variance analysis.
- Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts.
- Own credit card & bank reconciliation process.
- Calculate revenue and expenses for enterprise partners.
- Assist with the reconciliation of partner data to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Example tax policies and handle tax payments and returns.
- Support month-end journals to post revenue, COGS, AR, etc.
- Prepare documents for audits.
- Apply new accounting policies to ensure compliance with rules & regulations.
- Work to improve financial processes and reporting.
2. Staff Accountant Experience and Qualification
- A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- At least 3 years of accounting experience, public accounting experience is a plus.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Personal integrity and commitment to individual and team accountability.
- Strong IT skills including an understanding of Sage/Intacct.
- Experience with Looker or other BI/Reporting tools is a plus.
- Experience in a rapid growth environment.
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude to ensure team meets deadlines