Accountant

Stratus HR is looking for a professional, innovative, and detailed individual who is numbers-driven to join our Accounting team. This individual will be responsible for a wide-range of activities, including month-end closing processes and reconciliations, 401k plan and Workers' Compensation accounting and compliance, along with a variety of other financial analysis, compliance, and special projects.

This individual will ensure integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, and entering transactions. If you are looking for an opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge and contribute to a growing company, then this position is for you!

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of accounting experience, is willing to work hard autonomously, and demonstrates our company's DNA of taking initiative to solve problems while being coachable, committed, dependable, doers, engaged, humble, innovative, kind, positive, respectful, and trusted.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close procedures (prepare journal entries, reconciliations and support schedules) and ensure financials are in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports to be used by management for key decision making.
• Analyze, maintain, and reconcile 401k and Workers' Compensation plans.
• Assist in preparation of local, state and federal tax returns.
• Correspond with 3rd party vendors and clients.
• Coordinate with and work closely with other internal departments (i.e. HR, Payroll, Business Development, Benefits) to create reports, improve processes and research inquiries and discrepancies.
• Assist with financial and plan audits annually.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• Currently working toward or already received a BA/AA degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related Business field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Highly experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook (particularly Microsoft Excel and SQL).
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP and the accrual method of accounting.
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills.
• Successful track record in meeting deadlines while handling multiple projects.
• Willing and able to learn new skills and techniques, take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• High moral and ethical values and work ethic.
• Self-motivated, upbeat and a team player with a desire to succeed.