Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Position Purpose:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for timely completion of bank reconciliations, recording and reconciling incoming credit card activity, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end close procedures, all of which are vital to the company's financial health. Additionally, this position is responsible for fixed asset support and general ledger account reconciliations. During auction, this position will support for the sponsorship/activations, bidder and consignment teams.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Reconcile multiple bank account ledgers with the general ledger
• Accurately deposit and post all incoming customer payments, including checks, ACH transfers, and credit card payments, in compliance with financial policies
• Prepare G/L account reconciliations
• Enter fixed assets into the BC system and reconcile fixed assets monthly
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries and accruals
• Perform ad-hoc finance projects and duties, as assigned
• Collaborate with other departments, as necessary, to carry out daily, monthly and auction-specific tasks
• Auction-related duties including cash sheets, cash management, and other tasks as assigned by the Accounting Manager and/or Controller

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Detail oriented, meticulous and highly accurate in managing transactions and data entry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers and internal teams
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills to prioritize a heavy workload and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to research and resolve account discrepancies
• Able to adapt to evolving accounting standards and new processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis in Excel (Intermediate level including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc)
• Must be able to travel

Education and/or Experience:

• 3+ years experience in Accounting, G/L, A/P or A/R.
• Medium to large company accounting software experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software a plus)
• A strong team player with a proactive attitude and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Bachelors degree required. Accounting or Finance.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Culture

Barrett-Jackson's culture is live and in-person. Team members are in the office 5 days per week, 8am to 5pm at the Scottsdale, AZ headquarters. During live events the company largely travels together to produce and ensure each event is a success. This requires weekend work and long hours.