Staff Accountant I

The Staff Accountant is responsible for various responsibilities within Krause Groups accounting and finance team. Primary responsibilities include completing the day-to-day accounting functions required to produce GAAP financial statements for Krause Group and related US entities, as assigned. Accuracy in daily activities, teamwork and adherence to deadlines are required attributes of this role.

Principal Functions of the Job

• Support Travel & Expense Program: Assist in processing and reconciling employee travel and expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Assist with Month-End Close: Help with posting journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.
• Daily Cash Reporting: Download and review daily bank activity to support cash position tracking and financial decision-making.
• Help Prepare Financial Reports: Assist in compiling monthly financial reports for internal and external use.
• Process Payments: Support the team by assisting with wire and ACH payments as part of the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate coding and alignment with budgets. 
• Resolve Account Discrepancies: Work with the team to research and resolve transaction discrepancies.
• Learn & Improve Processes: Gain experience by helping review and refine accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Work Environment: Contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment that supports teamwork and high performance.

Minimum Skills and/or Knowledge Required

• Experience:
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields.
  • Experience in accounts payable and general ledger accounting.
  • Familiarity with month-end close processes, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
  • Experience with accounting software and systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and reporting.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial data.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across teams.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.  Scheduling and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

Krause Group Purpose

Our purpose is to enhance the way people experience the world.

Krause Group Mission

Our mission is to nurture our family of brands, creating opportunities to do good in the world.

Krause Group Values

• Agility- We challenge the status quo with open minds, flexibility, and speed. We are comfortable being uncomfortable. We view change as opportunity.
• Courage -We take risks. We innovate. We win or learn. We push limits, disrupt norms, and define our own path.
• Growth Mindset - We are building an organization and legacy that will outlive us. We are continuously learning. There is no final-destination, only the journey to be better than we were yesterday.
• Inclusion -We actively seek and welcome alternative points of view. Diverse perspectives improve decision-making and make us all more successful.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, even when it’s difficult. We do not take shortcuts and always take accountability.
• Community Focused -We are committed to positively impacting our communities, stakeholders, and associates. We do good and encourage others to join us.