Staff Accountant

July 11

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The Harris Poll

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The Harris Poll is one of the longest running surveys in the U$1. .$1

Public Opinion Poll • Custom Research • Survey Design • Tracking Studies • Data Collection

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Description

• The Harris Poll is seeking a Staff Accountant to perform cash reconciliation, prepaid expense accounting, fixed assets, month-end accounting such as accruals, journal entries, balance sheet, and reconciliations. • In this role, you will be working closely with and reporting to our Accounting Manager. • As Staff Accountant, you will be working on the monthly, quarterly, and annual close as well as working closely with the A/R and A/P teams. • You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of the financial statements. • For this position, we need someone that is available to work either EST or CST hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required • 2-3 years of relevant industry accounting experience, professional services experience preferred • Demonstration of key accounting/finance competencies and qualifications • Advanced computer skills, specifically in Excel • Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organization and prioritization skills • Must be able to communicate financial information into sound business language • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial analysis, including understanding of internal control requirements • Strong understanding of finance • Motivated, self-starter who thrives in team-oriented environment • Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills • Maconomy experience a plus, but not required

Benefits

• Assists with the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of the general ledger, which includes the preparation of journal entries • Conducts reconciliations and analyses of the general ledger and individual accounts • Performs daily bank reconciliations • Prepares data for cash flow forecasts • Manages fixed asset continuity schedules and records depreciation • Prepares supplementary schedules and analyzes data as needed • Provides support for the accounts payable and receivable teams • Collaborates with other departments and management to address issues and support business objectives • Aids in the creation of financial statements and reports • Assisting in audit requests related to A/R balances and client payments • Reconcile intercompany A/R and A/P balances monthly • Completes ad hoc requests as needed