Staff Accountant Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A Staff Accountant, or Accounting Technician, is responsible for completing financial reports, bookkeeping and creating budgets. They may also deal with incoming invoices and handle basic accounting tasks such as completing tax returns. Staff Accountants typically provide support to more senior accounting staff such as Certified Accountants or Finance Controllers.

 

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Staff Accountant duties and responsibilities

Staff Accountants working within a large team may have specific responsibilities, such as creating sales reports or dealing with incoming invoices. Some of the typical duties of Staff Accountants include:

  • Creating and checking ledger entries
  • Processing invoices, including entering the details into a database and performing regular checks
  • Checking receipts against expenses and claims and entering the details into the payment system
  • Providing receipts on request
  • Using computerised accounting systems for responding to enquiries and providing data to management
  • Entering data about sales and refunds
  • Completing and submitting VAT returns
  • Processing National Insurance payments
  • Preparing documentation for external auditors

 

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Staff Accountant Job Description Examples:

 

Example 1

A Message from indie CEO Donald McClymont
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Thank you for your interest in indie Semiconductor.

The company that was founded by Ichiro Aoki, Scott Kee, David Kang and myself to address the need for semiconductor system solutions, has today become a rapidly growing public company focused on the automotive industry with a global footprint and key relationships with many leading automotive Tier 1 and OEM customers.

There were no shortcuts along the way. Over the years, our talented team built indie through innovation, determination and great skill in delivering and exceeding what our customers demanded. Since then, nothing has changed with the exception that both market demand and our ability to deliver on that demand has grown enormously. When we started indie, the average semiconductor content per car was around $200. That number is now growing to the level of multiple thousands of dollars per vehicle.

Our highly innovative technologies come precisely at a time when there is a dramatic shift occurring in the automotive industry. Tier 1 automotive customers are demanding a step function increase in electronic performance and complexity. This market inflection has created enormous opportunities for us. In fact, our portfolio currently addresses a $16 billion market, as estimated by IHS, which they expect will exceed $38 billion by 2025.

Today we are empowering the Autotech revolution with next generation automotive semiconductors and software platforms. Specifically, we focus on edge sensors for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems including LiDAR, as well as solutions for connected car, user experience and electrification applications.

We couldn’t be more excited about indie’s future. We will continue to apply the same principles and follow the cultural values that got us here, and expect that our journey ahead will be nothing short of spectacular.

Job Overview:

​Do you enjoy working in a creative fast-growing entrepreneurial environment? With indie you´ll never walk alone! We place high value on our teams and pursue excellence for our employees and customers!

​indie is an Autotech solutions innovator. We focus on edge sensors spanning multiple modalities including LiDAR, radar, ultrasound and vision for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles, connected car, user experience and electrification applications.

The position offers the opportunity to be part of an international accounting and finance team encompassing all legal entities within the indie Semiconductor group and to take over multiple tasks as well as the support of other entities.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsibility for the entire financial accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger accounts) including the reconciliation of accounts for two international subsidiaries in Europe and Africa, if applicable, other entities.

  • Responsibility for the preparation and auditing of invoices.

  • Carrying out the payment transactions as part of cash management.

  • Responsibility for the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in coordination with our international Finance team at different sites.

  • Preparation and execution of sales tax (VAT) returns.

  • First point of contact for authorities, auditors and tax consultants.

  • Purchase Order Management

    Job Requirements:

    With us, you must love being part of an organization where everyone makes a difference and contributes to the company's success. Creativity, Ownership and Excellence are what we value.

    ​These are the skills and know how an ideal candidate would bring. We understand that nobody is perfect! After all, your new job should challenge you and you should have the possibilities to grow.

  • Successfully completed a degree in a relevant field of study – Accounting or Finance. Other business related degrees will be considered.

  • Ideally 1-2 years of professional experience in an international company in a comparable position in accounting.

  • Sound knowledge of accounting standard - UK GAAP and/or US GAAP.

  • Affinity for working with various IT programs, especially Office 365.

  • Fast learner and excellent analytical skills as well as a hands-on mentality.

  • Prior experience with an ERP system – NetSuite is a bonus.

  • Confident communicator.

    Job Code | #182

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Unlimited paid holidays
  • Wellness programmes
  • Work from home
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Edinburgh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's 1 year (preferred)
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    What does a Staff Accountant do?

    Staff Accountants usually work within the finance department of an organisation and with basic accounting tasks. They process payments, record financial details, maintain the cash flow and ensure that all transactions are validated. They also work with the accounting team to resolve all financial matters on time, according to regulations and policies.

    Staff Accountants may deal directly with clients, service users or suppliers to help resolve issues arising from late or missing payments, process refunds and change or confirm account details.

     

    Staff Accountant skills and qualifications

    Staff Accountants need excellent arithmetic skills. They are usually computer literate, and they follow set processes accurately. Staff Accountants are also well organised. They can prioritise their workloads effectively and work within tight deadlines such as payment due dates and payroll schedules. A successful Staff Accountants candidate will have certain prerequisite skills and qualifications that may include:

    • A qualification from Associated Chartered Accountant (ACA )or Association of Certified or Chartered Accountant (ACCA)
    • Familiarity with accounting software
    • Excellent problem-solving skills
    • Ability to apply principles of accounting in a fast-paced environment
    • Accurate analytical skills and attention to detail
    • Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

     

    Staff Accountant experience requirements

    Staff Accountant roles are typically entry-level positions. However, any experience of office work, administration or working within an accounts team is helpful. Experience of managing a budget or basic bookkeeping is beneficial, as is a familiarity with accounting software, databases or customer management systems.

    Staff Accountants who have completed vocational training or an accounting apprenticeship may have valuable hands-on experience of working in an accounting role. Other experience requirements vary depending on the position, which may include working with spreadsheets, data entry or customer service.

     

    Staff Accountant education and training requirements

    Staff Accountants need GCSEs in Maths and English as a minimum. Usually, candidates who have completed an accountancy apprenticeship have a good understanding of the work involved in being a Staff Accountant, which is a plus. The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) offers specific training such as a Level Two Foundation Certificate in Accounting. Similarly, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) offers a course in Foundations in Accountancy. Candidates who have acquired such qualifications may have a better understanding of accounting procedures.

     

    Staff Technician salary expectations

     According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Staff Accountant is £35,893 per year. However, the salary may be dependent on experience, location and company policies.

     

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    Staff Accountant job description FAQs

     

    Who does a Staff Accountant report to?

    Staff Accountants in large organisations may work in a team, reporting to an Accounting Manager or a Certified Public Accountant. In smaller companies, Staff Accountants report directly to a Senior Accountant, Finance Manager or the Chief Financial Officer.

     

    What qualities make a good Staff Accountant?

    Staff Accountants are responsible for dealing with money and payments, so they need to be trustworthy and reliable. They also need excellent attention to detail and have a systematic approach to completing their work. Good Staff Accountants can follow instructions and work to established processes. They can work well in a team and contribute to departmental goals.

     

    What should you look for in a Staff Accountant CV?

    When you review applications for a Staff Accountant role, look for experience in any position that requires numeracy or accounting skills. If a candidate lacks experience in an accounting role, they may have evidence of transferable skills such as filing, data processing, invoicing or compiling reports.

     

    What makes a good Staff Accountant job description?

    Your Staff Accountant job description should include details of your company culture, your mission or any expansion plans you have coming up to encourage a wide range of candidates to apply. Specify the primary duties involved in the role and any specific requirements in detail. Compelling job descriptions also mention any educational requirements, qualifications or certifications needed.

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