Staff Accountant

CARBO•Fort Worth, TX

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Equify Financial is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team in Fort Worth. This role will serve as the primary owner of the accounts payable function while supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a collaborative environment, takes ownership of their work, and is eager to build a strong accounting foundation within a growing specialty finance organization.

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including debits, credits, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
Ability to research and resolve discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and Microsoft 365 applications.
Experience working within ERP/accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience preferred.
Familiarity with close-management tools such as FloQast is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on accounting experience, required.
Hands-on experience with an ERP or accounting system is required.

Nice To Haves

Internships and rotational programs count towards experience.
Prior participation in a month-end close process is preferred.
Experience with Business Central, FloQast, or ILS is preferred.
Exposure to equipment finance, leasing, banking, or specialty lending is preferred.
Multi-entity or intercompany accounting experience is preferred.
Interest in pursuing the CPA or CLFP designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own the full accounts payable process across multiple entities, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payment runs, and vendor communications.
Match invoices to supporting documentation, research discrepancies, and resolve exceptions in a timely manner.
Monitor accounts payable aging, reconcile vendor statements, and ensure outstanding items are appropriately addressed and escalated.
Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, payment terms, and banking information, in accordance with internal controls.
Prepare AP accruals, support month-end cut-off procedures, and assist with timely and accurate month-end close activities.
Complete assigned account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules in accordance with the monthly close calendar.
Process intercompany transactions and ensure balances reconcile across affiliated entities.
Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and provide support during audits, tax filings, and annual 1099 reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and automation within the accounts payable and accounting functions.