Staff Accountant

HYBRID Accounts Payable Accountant Contract to Hire 100% onsite until training complete, then 3 onsite (T-TH) 2 remote (M and F)

We are looking for a detail-oriented HYBRID Accounts Payable Accountant to join an engineering organization. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting fundamentals, hands-on accounts payable experience, and advanced Excel skills to a fast-paced environment. The position begins fully onsite and may transition to a hybrid schedule once the person is established and operating independently in the role.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner to support monthly accounting activities.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, researching discrepancies, and helping ensure financial records remain complete and accurate.
• Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and follow through on payment-related issues with internal and external contacts.
• Reconcile balance sheet and expense accounts, identifying variances and resolving outstanding items as part of the close process.
• Use Excel formulas and related spreadsheet tools to organize financial data, perform analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.
• Support day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with month-end tasks, audit requests, and documentation requirements.
• Work within SAP to record transactions, retrieve financial information, and help maintain accurate accounting data.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and assist with accounting-related changes in systems or workflows as needed.
• Experience in a Staff Accountant or Accounts Payable-focused accounting role.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience using SAP in an accounting environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to apply formulas for analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage detailed financial information with accuracy and consistency.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities in an onsite, fast-moving setting.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.