at Global Ground Support in Olathe, Kansas, United States
Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for reconciling accounts, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position will provide critical assistance to the Controller and VP Finance & Accounting in many key financial and business processes and analyses. This role will also serve as a backup to accounts payable.
BUSINESS IMPACT:
- Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
- Collaborate regularly with the Controller to support financial operations, reporting, and strategic business initiatives.
- Perform accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, cash application, account monitoring, and collection activities.
- Assist with inventory cycle count processes and related reconciliations.
PRIMARY FOCUS:
- Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices based on shipment documentation, sales orders, and contractual terms.
- Process and apply customer payments daily while maintaining accurate accounts receivable records.
- Monitor customer accounts, investigate payment discrepancies, and follow up on past-due balances.
- Analyze and track manufacturing and operational costs, including labor, materials, overhead, and production expenses.
- Perform account reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances or discrepancies.
- Prepare journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assist with the preparation of income tax support schedules and other regulatory filings.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies, and internal controls.
- Partner with operations to monitor inventory activity and analyze inventory-related data.
- Assist with inventory audits, physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations.
- Conduct detailed account analyses and prepare supporting documentation as required.
