- Prepare journal entries by compiling and analyzing account information from general ledger accounts and supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP).
- Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information. Submit adjustments with support and analysis for authorization and subsequent entry.
- Complete necessary information, schedules and / or forms to support the annual tax, audit, and budget processes.
- Develop and maintain documented process procedures as well as recommend and implement process improvements using quality management tools and techniques.
- Analyze financial information to provide recommendations for business and financial problems.
- Prepare sales tax filings, commission payments, and special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
- Interact with both external and internal stakeholders in a collaborative team environment.
- Adhere to ASQ Competencies: Accountability, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Developing Self and Staff, Ethics and Teamwork.
- Analyze financial information to provide recommendations for business and financial problems.
- All other duties as assigned.
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience or equivalent combination.
Staff Accountant - Milwaukee, United States - American Society for Quality
Description
The CompanyWE ARE ASQ:
EXCELLENCE THROUGH QUALITY
ASQ is the leading membership association to help quality professionals achieve their career goals and drive excellence through quality in their organizations and industries.
We provide expertise, knowledge, networks, and solutions to a global membership of individuals and organizations spanning more than 140 countries.
ASQ was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.The Position
A Staff Accountant at ASQ will be a part of our highly collaborative and team-focused finance team.
The person coming into this role will be responsible for assisting with monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, and annual independent audit work paper preparation.
This position will also support all aspects of accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and special accounting projects.Main Responsibilities
Bring Your Best:
Position Qualifications
ASQ is conveniently situated in downtown Milwaukee, immediately adjacent to major freeway exits and the robust downtown economy.
The Avenue MKE and Riverwalk access provides our employees easy indoor and outdoor access to shopping, restaurants, and coffee shops.
Our office space is in a historic building incorporating newly designed workstations, an option for sit/stand desks, and community and collaboration space.
We also offer a hybrid work environment that offers staff the option of working from home up to 3 days per week.
Why You Should Apply
At ASQ, our philosophy is that performance-driven pay provides a foundation for a complete benefit package that helps you live your best life, both at work and at home.
Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs to help you plan for the future and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of ASQ's total compensation package.
Learning and Growtho Challenging and interesting work
o Benefits of ASQ membership
o ASQ-sponsored training
o Opportunities to achieve professional designations and certifications
o Performance management and coaching
o Tuition reimbursement
Health and Wellness
o Medical insurance
o Dental insurance
o Vision insurance
o Health savings accounts
o Flexible spending accounts
o Fun and rewarding wellness program
Total Compensation
o Competitive base pay
o Opportunity for annual merit increases
o Outstanding benefits
Planning for the Future
o Retirement savings program
o Disability income plan
o Life insurance, Accident, & Critical Illness insurance
Culture and Workplace
o Growing, global organization
o Mission-driven and committed to sharing ideas and tools that make the world work better
o Healthy work/life balance and flexible work schedules
o Positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment
o One-week winter break every December, in addition