Staff Accountant - Deposits and Remittances

Mesa

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Grand Junction, Colorado

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for processing, recording, and reconciling customer deposits and remittance activities. The role involves managing daily cash receipts and ensuring adherence to internal controls and audit requirements.

Qualifications

You have 1-2 years of accounting or finance experience, with a working knowledge of basic accounting principles and general ledger activity. You are proficient in Excel, demonstrating strong attention to detail and the ability to meet recurring deadlines.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

accounting principles

general ledger

cash receipts

AR

bank reconciliations

ERP systems

Job Description

** This job is in person in Kent, WA or Grand Junction, CO Job Title: Staff Accountant – Deposits & Remittances Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager Position Summary The Staff Accountant – Deposits & Remittances is responsible for supporting the accurate processing, recording, and reconciliation of customer deposits and remittance activities. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with foundational experience who is ready to take ownership of recurring cash-related processes while continuing to develop technical accounting skills and internal control awareness. Key Responsibilities Deposits & Cash Receipts

  • Process and post daily customer deposits (checks, ACH, wire, and credit cards) with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Apply payments to customer accounts and invoices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Research and resolve routine discrepancies related to cash receipts, escalating complex issues as needed.
  • Maintain complete and well-organized deposit documentation and logs.



Reconciliations & Controls

  • Perform regular cash and deposit reconciliations.
  • Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and investigate variances.
  • Follow and support internal controls related to cash handling, segregation of duties, and approvals.
  • Provide audit support related to deposits, remittances, and cash transactions.



Qualifications Required

  • Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance OR Bachelor’s degree in progress or completed.
  • 1–2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience.
  • Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and general ledger activity.
  • Experience with Excel (reconciliations, formulas, data review).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage recurring deadlines.

Preferred

  • Experience with cash receipts, AR, or bank reconciliations.
  • Experience using accounting or ERP systems.

Key Competencies

  • Accuracy and consistency
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Problem-solving and follow-up
  • Ability to work independently within defined processes
  • Effective communication and teamwork

Mesa

Mesa Systems delivers premium, customized mobility solutions to a diverse corporate, commercial and residential customer base through four subsidiaries. We're passionately dedicated to delivering flexible, cost-efficient mobility solutions that move people, cargoes... and progress.
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