Staff Accountant
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this position will play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records while owning the accounts payable function and supporting the monthly close process. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and working in a collaborative, high-growth environment. We are looking for someone who is comfortable adopting AI-powered tools and automation to streamline accounting operations while maintaining strong financial controls and sound accounting judgment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for accounts payable.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
- Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
- Experience in processing high-volume accounts payable transactions and managing vendor relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas.
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks, Bill.com, or similar platforms.
- Comfortable learning and utilizing AI-enabled tools and modern business applications to improve productivity and process efficiency.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- CPA license or active CPA candidate.
- Experience in insurance, technology, or SaaS industries.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end accounts payable process, including vendor onboarding, invoice coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor communications.
- Prepare and execute weekly payment runs via ACH, wire transfer, and check.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet-related accounts.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and company procedures.
- Maintain vendor records, including W-9 documentation, and support annual 1099 reporting.
- Partner with department leaders to ensure timely invoice approvals and proper expense coding.
- Leverage AI-powered tools and automation to improve accounting workflows, reduce manual effort, and increase operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to automate recurring accounting processes while maintaining strong internal controls.
- Recommend best practices that support a scalable and efficient accounting organization.
- Support special projects, financial analyses, and other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
