What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Direct Marketing Solutions, Inc?
Direct Marketing Solutions is a multi-channel direct marketing company specializing in direct mail & digital marketing. We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team.
Summary:
The Staff Accountant (SA) maintains financial records, analyzes financial and cost data, prepares reports, and supports various accounting functions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions:
- Prepares, verifies, allocates, and posts journal entries including accruals, deferrals, prepaids and fixed assets in accordance with GAAP standards.
- Monitors production inventory levels; reconciles and communicates discrepancies as necessary.
- Reconciles bank statements and general ledger accounts; assists in month-end/year-end closing procedures.
- Assists with property tax filing as required.
- Supports internal and external financial audits with documentation/explanations as requested.
- Compiles and prepares financial analysis reports, including ad hoc reports as needed.
- Carries out department procedures and assists in the development and documentation of accounting policies and internal controls as requested.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates behavior consistent with DMS Values and the Code of Conduct.
- Learns and adheres to all information technology and data security policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures.
- Learns and adheres to DMS rules and established policies for workplace health and safety.
- Adheres to all other DMS policies and procedures.
- Completes all required compliance training on time and in good faith.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience
- Professionalism and a customer service mindset
- Strong work ethic to keep pace with daily deadlines
- Ability to effectively manage a range of projects and prioritize tasks
- Analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience using an ERP system
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
Why DMS
At DMS, we treat our employees with respect and encourage teamwork and creativity. We implement an open-door policy, and strive to provide our employees with a positive environment where they can work hard towards a common goal of meeting our clients' needs.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer comprehensive benefits for our full-time employees that include the following:
- Medical, dental, vision
- 401 (k)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Direct Deposit
- Dog-friendly work environment (office only)
