Junior Staff Accountant

VariQ is an information security and information technology services company delivering strategic solutions to technology-enabled enterprises. Core competencies include Cyber Security, IT Infrastructure support, and Program Management. VariQ is a Microsoft Gold Partner and a Symantec Platinum Partner.

Under general supervision, is responsible for functions of the accounting process, with a focus on either Accounts Receivable (A/R) or Accounts Payable (A/P). Using established procedures, analyzes departmental fiscal data, programs and operations. Applies fundamental accounting concepts to enter data, make necessary corrections, and ensure overall reconciliation of the general ledger.

Communicates on a daily basis with both internal and external “customers” of the accounting department, in a professional manner and on a timely basis.

• Carries out daily accounting activities geared toward support of month-end close. Ensures all transactions are logged in company accounting system on a scheduled basis, with no discrepancies
• Investigates reconciliation errors and discrepancies in order to identify the error source and carry out solution
• Assists with fulfilling ad-hoc requests for data and/or reports in support of corporate and program operations
• Establishes documented procedures and step-by-step guides for undocumented accounting procedures, with the goal of creating a company handbook
• Provides assistance to representatives of assigned departments in response to accounting or finance related requests, including procuring necessary documentation or investigating historical data
• Provides technical assistance to assigned departments on accounting related issues in current or proposed programs.
• Utilizes various computer financial information systems in the preparation of analyses, evaluation and reports relating to assigned areas
• Assists with tax and audit related company submissions throughout the year, by compiling data, filling in spreadsheets, etc.
• Responds to end users and accounting department "customers" in a timely and professional manner regarding any accounting system related inquiries
• Corresponds with external vendors and customers as needed, in order to acquire missing data or correct errors

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• Reasonable knowledge of accounting principles, and procedures
• High level of accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Basic understanding of debits and credits
• Reasonable ability to utilize current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and Internet software
• Ability to utilize computer software to provide fiscal analysis
• Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with policies and procedures
• Ability to plan and complete assignments within deadline
• Ability to recognize and correct departures from accounting practices and procedures
• Ability to initiate improvements in accounting operations
• Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to prepare and present written and oral reports
• Ability to perform standardized and statistical computations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV preferred
• Knowledge of Pivot Tables preferred
• Advanced Excel skills preferred
• Payroll knowledge a plus

Experience:

• 1-3 years

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Finance, Accounting, etc.)