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Staff Accountant
Wing is on the exciting mission of redefining the future of work for companies worldwide! We are looking to be the one-stop shop for companies that are looking to build world-class teams & place their operations on autopilot.
And we’re looking for a Staff Accountant to start immediately!
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. General Ledger Support: Assist with updating and reconciling general ledger accounts (cash, receivables, payables) and maintaining subsidiary ledgers.
2. Journal Entries: Prepare routine journal entries (accruals, prepayments) as instructed for monthly close.
3. Reconciliations: Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile balance sheet accounts to the GL.
4. Financial Reporting: Help compile financial statements and management reports by gathering data and preparing preliminary schedules.
5. Audit Assistance: Provide documentation and explanations for auditors; help prepare audit schedules when needed.
Miscellaneous Accounting: Process petty cash, expense reimbursements, and assist payroll or billing clerks if needed.
6. Month-End Close: Lead monthly closing activities: process accruals, amortizations, and run trial balances. Prepare/enter standard journal entries (depreciation, payroll accrual).
7. Financial Statements: Draft parts of financial statements (income statement, balance sheet) and variance analyses; explain fluctuations to management.
8. Audit Coordination: Prepare detailed schedules for external or internal audits (e.g. fixed assets, inventory); liaise with auditors on requested information.
9. GL Maintenance: Own a segment of the general ledger (e.g. fixed assets, investment accounts) including reconciliations and fixed asset roll-forward.
10. Intercompany/Project Accounting: If applicable, manage intercompany transactions or project cost accounting and reporting.
11. Financial Analysis: Perform ad-hoc analyses (e.g. profitability by product line, cost variances) to support business decisions.
12. Financial Leadership: Oversee entire month-end and year-end close processes and ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance across accounts.
13. Accounting System Owner: Lead configuration and improvement of accounting systems/processes to increase efficiency.
14. Team Leadership: Mentor junior accountants, assign tasks, and review their work. Ensure that accounting staff meet deadlines and quality standards.
15. Financial Strategy: Contribute to financial planning (budgets, forecasts) by providing reliable data and analysis; optimize working capital and cost controls.
16. Special Projects: Manage complex initiatives (implementation of new accounting standards, ERP upgrades, M&A accounting integration).
Qualifications:
• At least 1 year proven experience as a Staff Accountant with international clients
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s preferred).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — preferred.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) considered an advantage.
• ERP or Financial System Certification (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Solid understanding of financial/accounting terminologies and practices
• With a good background in Quickbooks, Asana, and Excel
• Tech savvy & familiar with current technologies, like desktop sharing, cloud services, and VoIP
• Experience with word-processing software and spreadsheets (e.g., MS Office)
• Knowledge of online calendars and scheduling (e.g., Google Calendar)
• Proactive attitude
• Able to work on a graveyard shift
Technical Requirements:
• USB Headset with Noise Cancellation feature
• Working Webcam
• Main and backup computer: at least 1.8 GHz processor with at least 4GB RAM
• Main Internet Service Speed: at least 25 Mbps wired connection
• Backup Internet Service Speed: at least 10 Mbps
Benefits:
• Health Insurance (HMO)
• Performance Incentives
• Job Security and Stability
• Paid Training
• Inclusive Culture
• Upskilling Opportunities
• 100% Work-From-Home
• Exceptionally Supportive Team
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Fun Work Environment
• Holiday & Overtime Pay
Schedule: US work hours (20-40 hours per week)
Location: This is a remote job
Please note:
• Amounts stated are subject to change based on final review and agreement.
• Only qualified candidates will be invited to take the assessment & scheduled for an interview.
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