We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on accounts payable, financial reporting, bank activity, and retail-related accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, accuracy in transaction processing, and the ability to help maintain reliable financial records and reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full cycle of accounts payable by reviewing invoices, confirming approvals, and preparing payments accurately and on time.
- Record accounting transactions in the financial system while maintaining organized digital documentation to support audits and historical reference.
- Administer payment processing activities, including check preparation, signature coordination, and distribution through approved payment channels and online platforms.
- Review corporate card activity each month, verify supporting receipts, follow up on missing documentation, and ensure expenses are coded correctly.
- Monitor financial activity for discrepancies or unusual transactions and reconcile cash-related entries against bank records to support internal controls.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, resolving billing issues and responding to payment-related questions professionally.
- Enter daily banking activity, support weekly cash reporting, and prepare approved payroll and operational fund transfers as needed.
- 3+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- Hands-on experience with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and accounts payable processing.
- Ability to prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and audit support schedules with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proficiency with Excel for analysis, reporting, and transaction review.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain organized financial records.
- Effective communication skills for working with vendors, internal stakeholders, and finance leadership.