Group Accountant Salary in St. Louis, MO

Beacon Hill is looking for a Staff Accountant for one of our clients in the St. Louis area. This role would be a temp to perm role. Responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role may include the following:Process customer invoices dailySet up new customer accounts and run credit reportsMonitor Accounts Receivable/collectionsProcess Accounts Payable invoices and W-9 verification for new vendorsProcess weekly Accounts Payable check run and monitor when invoices are dueProcess freight bills and continuation billingDaily bank deposits and cash applicationReconcile monthly depositsProcess, reconcile credit card payments and code to proper accountPost journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts as neededProcess monthly bank reconciliationsAssist with financial statement reviewAssist Controller with month-end closing processAct as back-up to Accounting Clerk, Office Manager, and Accounting Specialist to keep the department running smoothlyRequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook)If you are interested in this Staff Accountant role, please apply.Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.Learn more about Beacon Hill Staffing Group and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.beaconhillstaffing.com . We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

POSITION SUMMARY The Financial Reporting Accountant will help support the Evernorth financial reporting team by using specialized expertise, problem solving and project management skills to maintain financial and accounting records for Evernorth. This includes both accounting and financial reporting responsibilities, such as quarterly financial reporting, standalone financial statement preparation, coordinating with internal and external auditors, researching and documenting technical accounting guidance, developing accounting policies and procedures, preparing monthly financial statements (including cash flows), performing monthly journal entries and completing monthly account reconciliations. If you're looking for an opportunity where you are exposed to various areas of accounting across the business as well as working with management on various reporting projects, read further! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides expert content/professional leadership on complex Accounting/Financial Reporting assignments/projects.Manages general accounting functions and the preparation of reports (including cash flow) and quarterly SEC deliverables and other financial results.Formulates and administers approved accounting practices throughout the organization to ensure that financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the business and provide reliable information necessary to control operations.Responsible for coordinating, conducting, and documenting financial analysis projects or financial reporting, including audited standalone financials.Participates in the complex financial analysis projects and/or reporting.Presents results and recommendations to management.Exercises considerable creativity, foresight, problem solving and judgment in conceiving, planning, and delivering initiatives, including managing overall project timelines and deliverables.Uses deep professional knowledge and acumen to advise functional leaders.Focuses on providing thought leadership within Accounting/Financial Reporting but works on broader projects, which require understanding of wider business.Recognized internally as a subject matter expert. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in related field, MBA/CPA preferred.3+ years relevant experience with Bachelor's Degree or 1-3 years of relevant experience with Master's degree.Experience in public accounting preferred.Strong attention to detail and exemplary organizational skills are critical.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage a heavy workload.Self-starter and team player.Experience working with cross functional departments to research and resolve issues using innovative solutions.Thorough understanding of business operations and processes required.Focus on quality and service. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT If your niche is in financial reporting and analysis, cash management, audit or investor relations, our Finance department may be a perfect fit for you. Our team works on a variety of financial reporting projects, including a mix of monthly and quarterly responsibilities within general accounting and SEC reporting as well as one-off projects spanning topics such as accounting guidance research, acquisitions and divestitures, new contracts implications and new quarterly disclosures. We work together with the overall Finance team to ensure that reporting is timely and accurate. We're always on the lookout for innovative people who will bring outside-the-box thinking to our team. If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: [email protected] for support. Do not email [email protected] for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.SUMMARYThe Accountant facilitates and supports accounting in support of the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Development (RD) Programs. Performs ad hoc analysis through data extractions. Prepares and examines financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to obtain government security clearance.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Revises Training Instructions and PLAS Transaction Manuals.Advises on Complex Cases, Transactions, and requests within the Enterprise Content Management system.Trains accountants on Bankruptcies, Restructures, Acquisitions and Acquired Property acquisitions.Process ad-hoc complex transactions and requests, such as ARPA, IRA.Assists with new regulations, such as rescheduling Non-Program Loans to Program.Takes on influx of overflow complex work.Reviews and advises on work arounds for PLAS system issues.Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 activity/compliance support.Maintains tracking logs/reports.ADP Data Entry Support - general data entry including MS Word, MS Excel reports, MS Access database tables/reports, Treasury systems, and other loan servicing systems.Supports internal control efforts and identify new control measures as needed.Collects and analyzes data, identifies issues and elevates them to Branch Leadership.Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor's instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree and a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESWorking knowledge of accounting practices with ability to analyze financial documents and reconcile accounts.Working knowledge of standard cost accounting concepts, practices and procedures.Operational knowledge of GAAP and related government regulations/policies with ability to aptly apply procedures.Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite with expert knowledge of Excel.Organized and detail-oriented with ability to plan and accomplish goals.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and to meet specified deadlines.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.REASONING ABILITYAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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 of this job.Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.CNI CORE COMPETENCIES Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including commitment to integrity, knowledge/quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative/motivation, cooperation/relationships, problem analysis/discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral/written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability/dependability, flexibility and ownership/accountability of actions taken.COMPLIANCE Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) for themselves and the company as a whole. Fosters an environment in which they will report any violations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.EOE including Disability/Vet #INDCNIIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!