Staff Accountant

As a Staff Accountant at The Baltimore Banner, your primary responsibilities include managing day-to-day accounting tasks such as accounts payable and receivable, as well as posting daily cash entries to the general ledger. You will also assist with reconciliations of cash accounts, month-end and year-end closing processes, and contribute to the annual audit and tax filings. Ensuring that all financial documentation is accurate and well-maintained is key to your role.

To be considered for the Staff Accountant position at The Baltimore Banner, you need a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders are essential for success in this role.

The salary range for the Staff Accountant position at The Baltimore Banner is between $70K and $80K. This competitive salary reflects the skills and experience needed for the role, along with a commitment to recognizing the contributions of our team members.

At The Baltimore Banner, we believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. As a Staff Accountant, you will engage with various departments, assist colleagues with accounting tasks, and participate in projects that enhance our systems and processes. Your input and ideas will be valued, making you an integral part of our mission to strengthen local journalism.

The Baltimore Banner is dedicated to professional development and growth for all employees. As a Staff Accountant, you’ll have access to training programs and mentorship opportunities that can propel your career forward. The dynamic nature of our organization also means that you’ll have chances to take on new projects and responsibilities, enhancing your skills and advancing within the organization.

In your response, highlight specific tasks you’ve completed, such as processing invoices, issuing payments, and reconciling accounts. Detailing software tools you’ve used will also demonstrate your technical proficiency.

Discuss your methods for double-checking data entry, using accounting software features for verification, and your commitment to maintaining meticulous records. Mentioning any specific practices you follow can showcase your diligence.

Outline your process for preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and communicating with team members to meet deadlines. Emphasize your ability to work under pressure and your organizational skills.

Explain your approach to identifying discrepancies, such as thorough investigation and analysis, and your communication style in collaborating with colleagues to resolve issues. Share a specific example if possible.

Talk about the specific software you’ve worked with, emphasizing any advanced functionalities you’re comfortable using. Discuss how your familiarity with these platforms can benefit The Baltimore Banner.

Share your time management strategies, such as creating to-do lists, setting reminders, and breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps. Provide an example demonstrating your ability to handle a heavy workload efficiently.

Discuss how maintaining process documentation ensures consistency, accuracy, and facilitates cross-training within the team. Offer insights into your past experiences where documentation improved workflow.

Provide examples of reports you’ve generated, the data you analyzed, and how you used that information to support decision-making processes. Highlight your attention to detail in preparing these reports.

Discuss your ability to simplify financial jargon into understandable terms, using visuals or summaries. Provide an example where effective communication led to a productive discussion with non-financial team members.

Share your passion for accounting, how it enables you to contribute to an organization’s success, and how The Baltimore Banner's commitment to local journalism resonates with your personal values.