Job Title: Staff Accountant

Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, 8hrs/day with 1 hour unpaid break

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end closes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of GAAP, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Operations: Prepare and process journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and credit card accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and financial reporting schedules.
• Compliance & Audits: Support annual external audits by preparing supporting schedules and documentation; ensure adherence to standard accounting policies and internal controls.
• Analysis & Collaboration: Assist with variance analysis against budgets/forecasts and collaborate across departments to streamline accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Experience: 1–3 years of accounting experience; CPA track is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs).
• Core Competencies: Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.