Hummingbird Scientific is seeking a dependable Staff Accountant who takes pride in accurate, timely work.
This role is ideal for someone who adapts well in a dynamic environment, follows through consistently, and communicates clearly about progress and issues. The right candidate is proactive and organized, with a strong commitment to producing reliable work while growing into a highly independent contributor over time.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Maintaining accurate and timely Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable records
- Processing purchase orders, invoices, and credit card transactions on a consistent weekly cadence
- Entering customer orders and issuing invoices promptly to support high‑quality customer service
- Identifying discrepancies, missing information, or unusual transactions and addressing them promptly
- Supporting payroll processing and maintaining accurate employee-related records
- Assisting with budget tracking and updates through job cost accounting practices
- Responsible for timely bank account reconciliations and ongoing review of bank activity to support proactive cash flow monitoring
- Maintaining organized documentation and supporting audit-ready financial records
- Communicating status, progress, and issues clearly within the team
What Success Looks Like
- Core accounting tasks are completed consistently, accurately, and on time every week
- Invoices are processed immediately after shipment without backlog
- Work is completed with high accuracy and minimal errors
- Tax and payroll reports and payments are consistently completed ahead of deadlines
- Questions, issues, and uncertainties are raised early—not delayed
- Tasks are followed through to completion without requiring repeated oversight
- Financial records are organized, current, and reliable
What Will Make You a Great Fit
- You are highly consistent and detail-oriented in your work
- You take responsibility and follow through without needing reminders
- You act quickly on tasks and do not let work sit unattended
- You communicate clearly and keep others informed of progress and issues
- You are comfortable asking questions early to avoid mistakes
- You take pride in producing accurate, dependable work others can trust
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting practices
- Experience with A/R, A/P, and reconciliations
- Exposure to payroll processing is a plus
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Teams
- Experience with QuickBooks preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing or inventory environment is a plus
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
