Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

The Staff Accountant will assist in maintaining accurate financial records for the organization, including tracking assets, liabilities, revenue, expenses, and inventory-related activity. This role supports monthly close activities and collaborates closely with Accounting, Operations, and Sales teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains and updates the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries.
• Assists with month-end close, including preparing balance sheet and income statement support schedules.
• Reconciles bank accounts, credit cards, and selected balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Reviews, codes, and processes invoices to ensure expenses are recorded accurately and timely.
• Supports accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including research and resolution of discrepancies.
• Assists in reconciling revenue, cost of goods sold, and inventory-related accounts.
• Collaborates with warehouse and operations teams to verify inventory adjustments, credits, and returns.
• Prepares and maintains financial reports as requested by the Controller.
• Assists with audit preparation by gathering documentation and supporting schedules.
• Maintains organized accounting files and documentation in accordance with company practices.
• Communicates accounting-related changes or issues to appropriate internal teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using AFS accounting software or a comparable ERP/accounting system required.
• Ability to analyze discrepancies and follow through to resolution.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related accounting experience required.
• Distribution, manufacturing, or inventory-based accounting experience a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Employment with Kaps is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening. By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.