Staff Accountant

We are looking for an organized Staff Accountant to support a range of small business clients in Roanoke, Virginia. This position centers on maintaining accurate financial records, handling payroll activities, and delivering timely monthly reporting. The role also contributes to compliance-related filings and helps clients navigate day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting software needs.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting activity for a portfolio of small business clients, ensuring records remain complete and up to date.
• Record financial transactions, prepare journal entries, and maintain accurate general ledger balances.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding items promptly.
• Coordinate accounts payable tasks, including reviewing invoices and arranging vendor payments on schedule.
• Produce monthly financial statements and other regular reports to give clients clear insight into business performance.
• Administer payroll processing and submit related tax filings in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Support compliance efforts by assisting with sales tax filings, 1099 preparation, business registrations, and year-end account cleanup.
• Provide guidance on bookkeeping processes and help clients effectively use accounting software for daily operations.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a closely related finance role.
• Practical knowledge of general ledger maintenance and full-charge bookkeeping responsibilities.
• Experience processing payroll and preparing associated payroll tax filings.
• Strong ability to reconcile accounts and prepare accurate monthly financial statements.
• Familiarity with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks or similar bookkeeping software.
• Effective communication, organization, and time management skills in a client-focused environment.
• Previous experience managing accounting work for multiple clients is preferred.