Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant independently manages key accounting functions, with primary responsibility for bank and balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close activities, and general ledger integrity. The role is suited to an experienced accounting professional who can manage accounts end-to-end, proactively identify issues, and support accurate, timely financial reporting. The Staff Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager and cross-functional teams to support the month-end close, improve accounting processes, and maintain clean, well-documented financial records. The role requires sound judgment, the ability to work with limited supervision, and participation in continuous improvement, including system optimization within Dynamics 365 Business Central. The position also supports audits, accounting projects, process documentation, and guidance for junior staff. Physical requirements include using a keyboard and computer terminal, manual dexterity and coordination, occasional walking or standing, and the ability to occasionally lift or move up to 12 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and accrual principles.
- Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, and reconciliation modeling.
- Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven month-end close environment.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to research and resolve complex issues.
Responsibilities
- Independently prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations for operating, clearing, and other cash accounts.
- Reconcile customer cash receipts and third-party payment platform activity to bank deposits and the general ledger.
- Investigate, resolve, and document reconciling items, including timing differences, fees, deposits in transit, and adjustments.
- Ensure reconciliations are accurate, fully supported, and completed according to close timelines.
- Identify recurring issues and recommend process or control improvements.
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of assigned general ledger accounts.
- Perform detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and rollforwards.
- Analyze account activity and investigate unusual fluctuations or transactions.
- Ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period in accordance with accrual accounting principles.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to cash, accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and corrections.
- Own assigned close tasks, meet month-end deadlines with minimal supervision, and assist with close checklists and timely, accurate deliverables.
- Support review and cleanup of balances as part of ongoing close improvements.
- Enter, review, and analyze transactions in Dynamics 365 Business Central.
- Participate in system enhancements, testing, and data cleanup related to reconciliations and reporting.
- Develop, update, and maintain accounting procedures and documentation.
- Identify opportunities to streamline reconciliations and close processes.
- Maintain organized, audit-ready work papers and supporting schedules.
- Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and explanations.
- Assist with ad hoc accounting projects and special analyses.
- Serve as a resource for junior staff and provide guidance when appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
