Staff Accountant
Clearwater•Nashville, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the accounting department, supporting the preparation of financial reports, performing general ledger functions, and ensuring the accurate recording of financial transactions. This entry-to-mid level accounting role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the accounting team to maintain accurate financial records. The Staff Accountant will contribute to month-end and year-end processes and will gain exposure to financial analysis and reporting.
Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting (audit/tax), corporate accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce and/or Paylocity preferred
- Prior exposure to accounting software and general ledger processes is beneficial
- Experience in healthcare or consulting industry is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred
- Good oral and written communication/presentation skills
- Knowledge of US GAAP, auditing and accounting principles, standards and practices
- Strong organization and analytical skills
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas) are essential
- Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and eagerness to learn
- A team player with the ability to work cross functionally
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to embrace Clearwater’s CLEAR core values (Commitment to Client Success, Lead with Accountability, Integrity & Collaboration, Excellence in All That We Do, Advance Colleague Success, Respect & Transparency) and culture.
- Stay current on changes to accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry best practices through ongoing professional development.
- Attend relevant seminars, webinars, and courses to improve financial software skills, accounting practices, and knowledge of industry trends.
- Fast paced environment handling multiple demands.
- Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary.
- Requires a high level of initiative and independence.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
- Requires the ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
Responsibilities
- Assist with month-end close including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
- Assist with monthly and weekly cash reconciliations
- Maintain supporting schedules for prepaid and accrued expenses
- Maintain fixed assets accounts and perform reconciliations
- Assist in the preparation of monthly reports and ad hoc reports as needed
- Sales tax filing
- Provide documentation and input for updating policies and procedures
- Assist the Controller and Chief Financial Officer with special projects
- Performs all other duties as directed by the Controller
Benefits
- eligibility for our 401(k) plan
- medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
- leaves provided in line with your work state
- flexible paid time off
- 11 paid holidays
- paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
