Staff Accountant

Job Description: Northstar Environmental Group is a trusted provider of environmental and industrial services, committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient solutions for our customers. We take pride in our strong operational standards, responsive service, and team-driven culture. 

Our employees are the foundation of our success, and we prioritize safety, accountability, and communication in everything we do. At Northstar, you’ll join a hardworking team dedicated to supporting field operations and ensuring every job is completed with professionalism and care. 

Position Summary: Northstar Environmental Group is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to support the company's financial operations by maintaining accurate accounting records, processing financial transactions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. 

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of Northstar Environmental Group by maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring the timely completion of daily, weekly, and monthly accounting activities. This position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of the company's financial data, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring compliance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Staff Accountant works collaboratively with leadership and other departments to promote financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. 

Essential Function: 

• Manage bank account balances and prepare projections. 
• Prepare monthly profit and loss statements and other financial reports. 
• Prepare and post journal entries, including monthly accruals, payroll, and other adjusting entries. 
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts. 
• Process accounts payable, including entering vendor invoices, properly coding for departments and customers, and preparing weekly vendor payments. 
• Review and reconcile company credit card transactions. 
• Enter and process customer invoices accurately and timely. 
• Record customer payments and apply receipts appropriately. 
• Maintain accurate vendor records and accounting documentation. 
• Process weekly driver meal allowance. 
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures. 
• Maintain organized financial records in accordance with company policies and audit requirements. 
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and payment issues. 
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as requested. 
• Support internal audits by preparing requested documentation. 
• Ensure compliance with company policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and applicable regulations. 
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls. 
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned. 

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods. 
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone and email. 
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday; however, additional hours may be required based on operational demands, project deadlines, or emergency response situations.