Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Austin, Texas on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting operations with detailed receivables work and accurate financial reporting. The position will play a key part in billing activity, monthly close support, and maintaining reliable records across core accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts receivable activities with a strong focus on timely invoicing, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare and process manual billing accurately, ensuring customer charges are entered correctly and supported by proper documentation.
• Support the month-end close by recording transactions, organizing schedules, and helping deliver complete and accurate financial results.
• Post journal entries and maintain general ledger activity to keep accounting records current and compliant with reporting needs.
• Reconcile accounts regularly to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and strengthen the accuracy of financial data.
• Use QuickBooks Online and Excel to maintain records, analyze account activity, and produce accounting support schedules.
• Assist with audit preparation by gathering requested documents, organizing reconciliations, and ensuring financial information is readily available.
• Hands-on experience in staff accounting with significant exposure to accounts receivable and billing functions.
• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and working within the general ledger.
• Practical experience using QuickBooks Online in an accounting environment with strong attention to detail.
• Strong ability to perform account reconciliations and support month-end close activities.
• Advanced or intermediate Excel skills for tracking, analysis, and reporting purposes.
• Experience with manual invoicing processes and maintaining accuracy in high-volume transactional work.
• Ability to support audit readiness through organized documentation and attention to detail.