Staff Accountant

Ultratec, Inc., located on the west side of Madison, is the worldwide leader in developing new technologies for the deaf and hard of hearing population. Today, our equipment is recognized as the standard for excellence in text telecommunications. Ultratec, Inc. is actively seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team.

This full-time position offers a Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule, a competitive starting wage, a full benefits package, and a casual work environment. This is a Hybrid position, with most of the work performed remotely, but there may be a need to report on-site as often as once per week. Absent undue hardship, Ultratec will make reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs and individuals with disabilities.

Ultratec's most recent endeavor, the Captioned Telephone (CapTel), continues to demonstrate how we have revolutionized the industry with cutting edge products that transform the lives of individuals around the world.

Job Summary: The Staff Accountant is responsible for monthly accounting functions, preparing accurate financial reports, supporting the Director of Finance on projects, and handling confidential financial information. The role also involves researching and analyzing complex issues, collaborating across departments and with external contacts, and requires a high degree of integrity in all responsibilities.

Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain the general ledger, reconcile accounts, record transactions, prepare billings, and prepare monthly financial statements for multiple companies.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including depreciation, additions, and disposals using Sage Fixed Assets Software (FAS).
• Prepare monthly and specialized reports, including cash flow projections and sales/inventory reports.
• Coordinate and assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including invoice review and approval.
• Research and apply multi-state sales and use tax laws, assist with registration requirements, and answer or investigate sales tax questions.
• Reconcile and record Flex Spending program transactions and generate monthly reports.
• File annual reports/state registrations and maintain Registered Agents in multiple states.
• Perform month-end procedures and daily record-keeping and reconciliations.
• Approve, initiate and record bank transactions.
• Analyze documentation for tariffs on imported products and maintain related records.
• Assist the Director of Finance with year-end audits, U.S. Census Bureau surveys, and other projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Four-year accounting degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of accounting experience with an emphasis on general ledger.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
• Ability to work with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software system.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a cohesive team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hear and talk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

General Sign-Off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence of company policies.

All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, student status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, political beliefs, religion, genetic information, gender identity, a less than honorable discharge from the military, and any other status protected by federal, state or local law and regulations.