Staff Accountant

Title: Staff Accountant

Location: On Site - Scottsdale, Arizona

Employment Type: Full Time in Office

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, Paid Time Off

About us:

MyCarrier provides SaaS (software as a service) products tailored to meet the needs of the Less Than Truckload (LTL) and Full Truckload (FTL) industry. Our mission has been to deliver never-before-offered technology that streamlines both the carrier and shipper experience to create exceptional business outcomes. Our difference is in our people. We believe that our team members are the greatest assets to our mission. We are driven to support our employees with all the tools and resources needed to support their individual talents.

General Job Description:

The Staff Accountant is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the finance team through ownership of full-cycle accounting duties. This role is primarily responsible for maintaining the General Ledger, including Customer Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Reconciliations, and Month-End Close processes. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, is detail-oriented, and can thrive in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the data in QuickBooks Online, ensuring that all transactions are recorded and reconciled accurately in the General Ledger.
• Manage all Accounts Payable tasks including new vendor set up, invoice approvals, and all communication with vendors related to payments and balances.
• Manage all Accounts Receivable tasks including customer invoicing, collections, cash application, and communications with customers related to payments and balances.
• Assist with Month-End Close Processes including account reconciliations, recording journal entries, and resolving discrepancies between the general ledger and subledger.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for audits, tax filings, and other compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Success to resolve billing discrepancies and support collection of outstanding Accounts Receivable balances.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Uphold ethical standards and proactively seek opportunities to improve processes and develop professionally.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal intelligence.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of Products.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of independent problem solving.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to identify solutions proactively.
• A growth mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt in a growing SaaS company.