Accountant

Prime Gate

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries, ensuring timely posting and proper account classification.

• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

• Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.

• Process accounts payable transactions: review invoices, code expenses, prepare payments, and resolve vendor inquiries in coordination with procurement and AP teams.

• Support accounts receivable activities: prepare invoices, apply payments, follow up on collections, and assist with credit memos.

• Assist with preparation of financial reports and schedules for management, including variance analysis and month-over-month trends.

• Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities by preparing supporting schedules and tracking actuals against budgets.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards (GAAP).

• Maintain accurate and organized financial records, supporting audit requests and internal reviews.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes, automate routine tasks, and enhance data quality.

• Support tax reporting and regulatory filings as needed, working with external advisors when required.

• Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives within the finance function.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• 2+ years of accounting experience in a corporate, nonprofit, or public accounting environment.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and month-end close procedures.

• Proficiency with accounting or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and accurate data entry abilities.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.

• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and reconciliations.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progress toward or completion of CPA, CMA, or related certification is a plus.

• Experience with process improvement, automation (Excel macros, Power Query), or implementing financial system enhancements.

• Familiarity with multi-entity or multi-currency accounting environments.

• Prior experience supporting audits or working with external auditors.