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Staff accountant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in staff accountant job postings.
Sample staff accountant requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software
  • Experience in preparing financial statements and reports
  • Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends
Sample required staff accountant soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn and grow

Staff accountant job description example 1

Continental staff accountant job description

Job DescriptionContinental Paper & Plastics Corp has been a leader in the distribution of packaging materials and equipment for more than 40 years. We have three related companies which you will be involved with. We are continuing to grow and therefore are looking to expand our accounting department. We are currently looking for an Accountant to grow with us in our Orchard Park, New York office. We pride ourselves in our corporate values, we encourage a friendly environment and a healthy culture, with an average employee retention of 12 years we know our employees appreciate this as well.
Core Function
: The role of Staff Accountant will report directly to the CFO and will be a part of a team of four. You will need to roll up your sleeves and take ownership of among other things posting and calling on Accounts Receivable, processing of Payroll and Sales Tax filings. This is a full-time position with full time benefits including vacation time, health, life & disability insurances, 401(k), and bonuses.
Details of Function
:

· Analysis and accurate posting of receipts· Calling customers for payment· Credit control · Customer account set up· Daily banking· Managing fixed assets· Analysis & reporting of intercompany transactions· Monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax filings· Payroll processing· Creating reports · Assisting with other administrative & accounting responsibilities as required· Learn the bookkeeper’s position to provide support during vacations


Qualifications:


Applicant must be highly organized and be able to multi-task. Accuracy is of utmost importance to this position. Individual must be friendly and have a customer service attitude. The individual should demonstrate strong follow up skills and an aptitude for problem-solving/investigating skills. Must be results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word & have experience with accounting software programs.


Education, Experience and Licensing Requirements
:

· Minimum of Associate’s degree in accounting preferred
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Staff accountant job description example 2

Jabil staff accountant job description

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world's leading brands. We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.

Jabil is seeking an entry level Staff Accountant to work fully on-site in Anaheim, CA. The Staff Accountant will prepare financial statements, ledgers, and taxes for general accounting principles and reporting.IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Compute and prepare data for journal entries, reviews general ledger and related financial statements for reasonableness.Accumulate and analyze information for the preparation of financial statements, ledgers, reports and taxes.Assist in preparing financial reports for both inside and outside the company.Prepare timely reports and communication with functional areas.Train other employees both within and outside the department.Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONSKNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Ability to be a self-starter and be self-motivated Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.Ability to communicate, both verbal and written Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or FinanceAt least 1 year of Accounting experience is preferred SAP experience or knowledge is required Microsoft Excel experience is required, the use of pivot tables and other tools is a plus

BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline
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and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Staff accountant job description example 3

Sutherland staff accountant job description

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field from a four-year college or university with 0-3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Must have proficiency with various software applications programs including Microsoft Word, and Excel as well as working knowledge of financial systems

  • Good grasp of fundamental accounting concepts and ability to apply that knowledge

  • Knowledge/experience in the application of generally accepted accounting principles

  • Strong customer service orientation as demonstrated in previous relevant roles

  • Ability to manage relationships with employees and staff within the organization

  • Demonstrated analytical skills to review financial data and produce reports and statements that meet company standards

  • Initiative to take ownership of business unit accounting work to allow financial analysts to focus on providing financial support to business

  • Preference for working in a service-oriented environment where continuous improvement of business processes is expected



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During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all
Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file.
Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.

EEOC and Veteran Documentation
During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all
Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file.
Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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