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Staff Accountant

Milwaukee, WI 53214

Posted: 05/26/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 563875 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Pay Rate: $24/hr

Overview:

The Accountant-I is responsible for performing professional accounting duties in support of various accounting functions. They will assist with the completion of the month-end close and ensure accuracy in accordance with IFRS and GAAP standards.

Responsibilities:

  1. Complete month-end close and perform variance analysis for multiple operating facilities to ensure accuracy.

  2. Prepare journal entries and maintain proper supporting documentation

  3. Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts monthly, and maintain a monthly close binder

  4. Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts

  5. Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills with good vocabulary, good grammar and the ability to independently compose routine written communications.

  6. Must possess strong telephone etiquette

  7. Must have strong computer skills with good working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other software programs.

  8. Must have ability to develop spreadsheets and modify formats in order to complete assignments

  9. Must demonstrate ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills

  10. Must have the ability to handle diverse tasks simultaneously and be able to work effectively with interruptions

  11. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information or issues

  12. Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Admin preferred
  • 0-2 years of related work experience
  • Detail orientated
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to organize and manage varying tasks
  • Ability to work autonomously

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.