Staff Accountant

About this role

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, and supporting various accounting functions that ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other regulatory standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment, utilizing your expertise in corporate and governmental accounting, financial software, and payroll management. Your proactive approach and technical skills will help drive the organization’s financial integrity and operational success.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze journal entries, ledger accounts, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing and vendor payments using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by verifying account balances and preparing financial reports.
• Assist with internal controls compliance, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) procedures, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform detailed account analysis to identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of financial data.
• Maintain accurate records of payroll transactions using systems like ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or UltiPro, ensuring timely processing of payroll and tax filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or pursuing certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in corporate accounting or governmental accounting environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and technical accounting concepts.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software suc...