Staff Accountant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or wholesale industries.
• A proactive problem solver who enjoys improving processes.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to build strong working relationships across departments.
• Interested in developing into a future accounting leader.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger across multiple operating companies.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with external audit requests and annual financial reporting.
• Supervise the Accounts Payable function.
• Ensure vendor invoices are processed accurately and timely.
• Monitor payment schedules and cash requirements.
• Review vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Improve AP processes and internal controls.
• Supervise Accounts Receivable personnel.
• Monitor customer collections and aging reports.
• Review account reconciliations.
• Assist with credit management and customer account issues.
• Work with sales leadership to improve collection performance.
• Supervise payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate payroll.
• Review payroll reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax and wage regulations.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and year-end reporting.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to AP, AR, and Payroll team members.
• Develop and document accounting procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency through automation and technology.
• Participate in ERP enhancements and financial system improvements.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with company policies.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Support cash management activities.
• Participate in special projects and acquisitions.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.