Staff Accountant

Job DetailsJob Location: Lakeland, FL 33801Position Type: Full TimeWhy have a job when you can build a career?  We are proud to be defined by the excellent service and convenience offered to our members, as well as our diverse workforce and company culture. There are many reasons to work for MIDFLORIDA, which is probably why we were voted one of Florida Trend's "Best Places To Work."  MIDFLORIDA offers a positive team culture, an open door management style, a commitment to diversity, stability, competitive benefits, and a career path with a growing, successful company! Join us on our mission to improve the financial well-being of our members!     Staff Accountant perform the following functions: •    Maintaining, preparing and resolving general ledger accounts reconciliations and discrepancies.  •    Preparing and posting journal entries to general ledgers.  •    Assist with trends, budgeting and forecasting processes.  •    Prepare and analyze financial reporting.  •    Assist branch and department staff with any accounting-related issues.  •    Assist management and staff with projects as needed. •    Recommend new or innovative ideas to improve overall work environment.  •    Exhibit a high degree of integrity, trustworthiness, and professionalism always.  •    Exude a positive and professional attitude with members and partners consistently.  •    Perform other duties as assigned QualificationsQualifications include:  •    Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.  •    3+ years of accounting experience.  •    Strong documentation, exceptional analytical and communication skills.  •    Solid Understanding of accounting principal. Working Knowledge of GAAP. •    Proficiency with DNA, Microsoft EprincipleWord; familiarity with MIDFLORIDA Resource Center.   •    Good problem- solving and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.  •    Proficient in financial software.  MIDFLORIDA Perks:  •    Stability  •    Opportunity for growth  •    Paid time off and paid holidays  •    Tuition assistance after 6 months of service  •    401K Plan with employer matching  •    Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Generous and affordable plans for employee and family  •    Employee Assistance Program- No waiting period to access benefit  •    Salary and Bonuses – Bonus programs and annual appraisals with salary increase opportunities    This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.