Staff Accountant
UniFirst
- Wilmington, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the preparation of information related to the monthly closing process, monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and schedules
- Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations for assigned accounts; research and analyze findings and variances; document/demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the balance as well as the fluctuation changes
- Work closely with different members of the accounting team as well as other corporate teams on day to day accounting functions
- Research and respond to information requests from various Corporate departments and personnel
- Effectively communicate with and support field locations to address accounting issues or provide information as requested
- Interact with independent external auditors regarding quarterly reviews and the annual financial audit to ensure timely delivery of information and completion of work
- Assist the Internal Audit department with Sarbanes-Oxley annual evaluation, testing, and ensure internal control standards meet SOX requirements
- Complete other Ad Hoc requests, Corporate initiatives and projects as requested by Management
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting
- 3+ years of General Ledger industry experience or 1-2 years in public accounting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, PeopleSoft skills a plus
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong attention to detail, organization skills, accuracy of work
- Ability to work independently, must possess ability to multitask
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of US GAAP