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Job Description Job Description Are you a Staff Accountant looking to build a specialized skill set that can accelerate your accounting career? Smithville is seeking a curious, detail-oriented accountant with a strong foundation in accounting principles and a desire to learn regulatory reporting and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-3 years of accounting experience who enjoys research, problem-solving, and working with complex financial data.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Direct applicants only. We are not seeking 3rd party recruitment services for this role.In this role, you'll develop expertise in regulatory accounting and reporting while continuing to strengthen your month-end accounting skills. In this on-site role, you'll work closely with finance, billing, operations, and external regulatory agencies to ensure reporting accuracy, maintain compliance, and support key business decisions. Rather than spending your time on routine accounting tasks alone, you'll gain exposure to a unique area of accounting that combines financial reporting, regulatory compliance, research, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. If you're naturally curious, highly organized, and enjoy learning new concepts, this role offers an opportunity to build a valuable niche skill set while growing your accounting career with a respected, locally owned technology company.WHAT YOU'LL DORegulatory Reporting & Compliance (50%)Prepare and submit federal, state, and industry regulatory filings accurately and on timeResearch regulatory requirements and monitor policy changes that may impact the businessMaintain reporting calendars and compliance documentationServe as a key contact for regulatory agencies, consultants, and industry partnersAccounting & Financial Reporting (30%)Prepare, review, and post month-end journal entriesReconcile data and support financial reporting activitiesEnsure accounting records are complete, accurate, and supported by appropriate documentationAnalyze financial and operational data used in regulatory filingsOperational & Cross-Functional Support (20%)Review and approve invoices related to regulatory and operational activitiesPartner with Billing, Network Engineering, Customer Service, Project Management, and other departments to gather information and resolve issuesSupport special projects, reporting initiatives, and process improvementsAssist with contract reviews, vendor relationships, and telecommunications industry reporting requirementsWHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent accounting experienceApproximately 2-3 years of accounting experience with exposure to month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, or high-volume accounts payableStrong understanding of accounting fundamentals and financial reporting conceptsAdvanced attention to detail and commitment to accuracyNaturally curious mindset with a desire to learn specialized regulatory and compliance requirementsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business software applicationsAbility to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlinesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively across teamsProfessional judgment and discretion when handling confidential informationWHAT WE OFFERFREE Degree and certificate programs for eligible employeesFREE Dental, Term Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability InsuranceLow-cost Medical, Prescription, and Vision plans401(k) with a company matchHealth Savings Account with annual company contributionsEmployee discounts on Smithville servicesGenerous PTO and paid holidaysOngoing training and developmentWHO WE ARE For over 100 years, Smithville has been and is a locally grown, family-owned, cutting-edge, live-where-we-work, stand-by-our-products, pa