Staff Accountant (Entry-Level)

Fast Enterprises is a provider of essential software and services for citizens and government. As an entry-level Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and supporting overall business operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle accounting including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Review and reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts
• Prepare and maintain financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Assist with audit preparation and special projects as needed
• Work closely with senior accounting staff to resolve discrepancies and provide support for any accounting-related issue
• Accurately record and process semimonthly payroll journal entries, ensuring proper allocation across departments and cost centers
• Assist in processing accounts payable, ensuring accurate vendor reconciliations, expense tracking, and compliance with company policies
• Conduct credit card reconciliations, verifying transactions, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring timely resolution
• Support audit and tax preparation efforts by gathering documentation, preparing reconciliations, and responding to auditor requests
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal financial policies

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or currently pursuing one with graduation within a month
• Basic skills in Microsoft Excel, accounting software experience preferred
• Skilled in typing with accuracy and speed (40–60 WPM) and 10-key proficiency
• 0-2 years of accounting experience, accounting internship preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to identify financial trends and discrepancies
• Highly detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Adaptability to changing business needs, with a proactive approach to process improvement and efficiency
• Accounting software experience preferred
• Accounting internship preferred

Benefits

• Merit-based pay structure
• 401(k) matching program
• Performance based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance are 100% employer-paid
• Sabbatical program, known as the FAST Pause
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Gift matching program
• Team-building activities

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