Staff Accountant at The Port

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Job Summary
The Staff Accountant supports the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of The Port’s financial reporting. This role performs essential accounting functions across multiple entities, assists with audit‑related activities, contributes to cash management processes, and helps improve accounting workflows. The Staff Accountant works closely with the finance and compliance teams and serves as a knowledgeable resource for colleagues.

What You’ll Do
1. General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Maintain accurate accounting records for The Port and its managed entities in accordance with internal policies and GAAP.
• Prepare and post general ledger entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts monthly and resolve reconciling items.
• Lead and manage the month-end close process to support timely financial statement preparation.
• Maintain capital asset records and calculate/record depreciation.
• Document accounting processes and procedures.

2. Cash Management & Transaction Processing

• Manage cash positions for multiple entities and support weekly payment cycles.
• Review daily bank activity and ensure accurate general ledger posting.
• Oversee the Accounts Payable process, including review of coding, funding source selection, and AP platform use.
• Manage the Accounts Receivable process across all entities.

3. Payroll & Employee Benefit Administration

• Coordinate payroll administration with the HR Director and oversee third‑party payroll provider activities.
• Ensure accurate payroll and benefits setup for new employees while maintaining confidentiality.
• Prepare and remit monthly OPERS (Ohio Public Employees Retirement System) reports and contributions.

4. Audit Support & Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules, respond to auditor inquiries, and coordinate internal documentation for annual financial audits.

5. Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Identify and support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal departments and share knowledge with accounting team members.
• Assist with or lead special projects as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably within multi‑entity, not‑for‑profit, or government-related environments.
• Experience with accounting systems; QuickBooks Online preferred.
• Preferred experience in payables, payroll, grant management, fund accounting, real estate development, or internal controls.
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus but not required.

Additional Attributes

• Solid understanding of accounting concepts with the ability to independently navigate complex transactions.
• Strong problem‑solving, data‑analysis, and critical‑thinking skills to support sound decision‑making.
• Demonstrated initiative in improving internal controls and accounting processes.
• Ability to mentor junior associates through training, guidance, and subject‑matter expertise.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external partners.
• Proficiency with accounting software, databases, and other business software tools.