Staff Accountant

Overview Actalent has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant at our East Coast Corporate office in Hanover, MD. Compensation Target Salary | $51,000 - $65,000 Bonus potential | $1,000 Quarterly Schedule Full Time | Permanent Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hybrid | 4 days in office - 1 day remote Overview The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and analysis, which are directly related to the management and general business operations of the organization and its customers. The position also prepares and enters monthly journal entries, processes accounts receivable adjustments, and assists with annual audit. The position has the authority to formulate, interpret, and implement accounting policies and procedures, and to negotiate and resolve accounting issues. A qualified candidate must have strong analytical skills and be able to get to the root cause of issues with moderate guidance and must be extremely detailed oriented and organized. The individual also needs to be professional, accountable, and action-oriented. Essential Functions Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and analysis, including bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and various other assets and liabilities, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of the financial statements. Prepare and enter monthly journal entries and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Process accounts receivable adjustments and consult with the A/R teams on the proper accounting treatment and documentation. Maintain accounting process documentation, and update it as needed to reflect changes in accounting policies and procedures. Assist with annual audit and provide audit support and documentation as requested by the external auditors. Qualifications | Skills | Abilities Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Required Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel Strong organizational and analytical abilities Professional verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently as well as on a team Ability to work through and solve problems Ability to take ownership of assigned duties Must demonstrate initiative, flexibility, innovation and urgency Ability to meet tight deadlines Per Pay Transparency Acts: The range for this position is $51K - $65K with a bonus potential up to 1K per quarter. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This role is eligible for the following: Medical, dental & vision 401(k)/Roth Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) Short and long-term disability Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance Time Off/Leave (PTO, Primary Caregiver/Parental Leave) About Actalent With global headquarters outside of Baltimore, MD, Actalent has an existing network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many of the Fortune 500. We give clients access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market, supporting engineering and science initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. Our Aston Carter brand provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. Our Culture Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage all employees to bring their most authentic selves to work. To achieve these goals, we offer a range of community groups and service opportunities for all employees. Allegis Group Foundation The Allegis Group Foundation is a central part of our commitment to giving back to the communities in which we work and live. Did you know that the Allegis Group Foundation can accelerate your efforts to create meaningful change in our communities? Incorporated in 2000, this philanthropic arm of our business awards direct grants to nonprofit organizations and provides additional financial support through our Employee/Office Match Program. We form strategic alliances with national organizations for the contributions they make to the communities we serve, their ability to help our organization make an impact in the marketplace, and the development offerings they have for our internal employees and consultants. Check out our Instagram and LinkedIn to see what it’s like to be part of our team: instagram.com/weareactalent | https://www.linkedin.com/company/actalentservices #actalentinternal #LI-Onsite