Staff Accountant - CAS

The Accountant maintains accurate financial records and reporting, ensuring thorough bookkeeping and reconciliation of bank accounts on a monthly basis. This role supports the Senior Accountant and Client Service Managers by performing essential financial functions, including transaction processing and month-end close procedures. Additionally, the Accountant focuses on delivering timely and precise financial statements to clients, while also playing a vital role in payroll and general accounting tasks to ensure compliance.
Success Factors
Responsibilities
Execute comprehensive month-end accounting tasks, including revenue, inventory adjustments, and depreciation, ensuring accurate financial reporting
Code bank and credit card activity while maintaining open communication with clients for inquiries
Analyze financial statements and make necessary adjustments for financial presentations during month-end close meetings
Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, payment tracking, and maintaining vendor and customer relationships
Conduct efficient bill payments and maintain records using Bill and similar systems
Oversee payroll processing, from recording entries and accruals to ensuring tax compliance and timely filings
Work with various client systems to ensure seamless integration with the accounting software
Adhere to strict processing and reporting deadlines to maintain consistent financial reporting cadence
Participate in and contribute to the development and improvement of financial systems and processes
Support special projects and perform additional assignments to meet organizational and client needs
Any other duty as needed to drive to the vison, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of RKL Virtual Management Solutions
People Management and Relationships
Contribute to a collaborative team environment by actively seeking opportunities to assist team members
Build loyalty and trust within the team through consistent, reliable actions and integrity
Communicate proactively and clearly about the status and issues of tasks to all relevant team members
Take responsibility for the completion and quality of assigned work, while being receptive to feedback and open to new ideas for personal and professional growth
Business Growth
Demonstrate an understanding of RKL's business model, service lines, and competitive landscape
Leverage knowledge of client service capabilities to contribute to the firm's growth and client satisfaction
Stay informed on technological advancements and their potential impact on the firm's success and service delivery
Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Ability
Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail
Multitasker with the ability to prioritize work accordingly
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong client service focus
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously under the pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast paced environment
Problem solving skills; ability to shift focus and adapt to changes
Education, Experience and Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Management, Organizational Development or related field
Minimum of 2 years of previous experience in similar role
Essential Functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position as needed
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and at client offices to access file cabinets, office machinery etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
Ability to communicate in a professional manner and exchange information with internal and external actors as needed
Ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds
Ability to work outside of normal business hours and weekends as needed
Ability to travel to local and non-local clients as needed, overnight travel may be required
This job description is subject to change at any time and employee will be given additional responsibilities as assigned
Salary Range:
$55,000 - $65,000