Staff Accountant

About the role

• The Staff Accountant (Mid-Level) is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial records while supporting the day-to-day accounting operations. This role plays a key part in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

What you'll do

• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate/resolution of outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage day-to-day general ledger activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies.  We follow GAAP standards.
• Sync and reconcile corporate credit card transactions, communicate with cardholders regarding missing receipts or discrepancies, and ensure expenses are properly coded.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Analyze financial data to identify variances, trends, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and management reporting packages.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with department managers to resolve accounting questions and improve financial processes.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities.
• Preferred experience with ERP accounting software (such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.

This position is ideal for an accounting professional who has a solid foundation in general accounting and is ready to take on greater responsibility while contributing to the organization's financial accuracy and operational success.