Staff Accountant - Based in Cincinnati

Circular Action Alliance

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Accounting Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting the organization’s accounting functions, including maintaining key schedules, preparing reconciliations, and assisting in process improvements. This position reports directly to the Manager of Accounting, offering an excellent opportunity to build foundational accounting skills in a variety of different areas, while contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on sustainability and the circular economy.

Requirements

Familiarity with general ledger systems and basic accounting principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, vlookups); experience with Workday or similar ERP systems is a plus
Strong aptitude for working with schedules, templates, and data organization
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
0–4 years of relevant experience (internships and coursework accepted)

Responsibilities

Maintain the prepaid expenses schedule and prepare monthly journal entries
Update and maintain the fixed asset roll-forward schedule
Apply deposits to accounts and ensure accurate recordkeeping
Assist in preparing accrued expense schedules and related journal entries
Maintain cash account reconciliations.
Collaborate with the other accounting staff to design and refine financial templates for reporting purposes
Support the preparation of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reports
Run and analyze financial data reports as needed for internal and external stakeholders
Contribute to the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
Assist in improving and maintaining internal controls, including segregation of duties
Work with the team to optimize workflows and ensure data integrity in Workday and other systems
Support audits by maintaining accurate and organized documentation
Provide assistance with transactional accounting tasks
Perform other related duties to support the accounting team and organizational goals
Performs other related duties as assigned.