Staff Accountant
- Remote, United States
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- At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a growing organization in Fort Meyers, Florida. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage day-to-day financial activity while maintaining accuracy across lease accounting, payables, receivables, and general ledger processes. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to month-end close activities, strengthen accounting procedures, and collaborate with internal teams and external customers in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee accounting records related to leased tower assets, including billing follow-up, cash application, and collection activity tied to customer accounts.
- Support financial administration for potential tower development activity by coordinating accounting needs and maintaining organized documentation.
- Maintain the general ledger by reviewing transactions, posting updates, and helping establish practical accounting procedures and internal guidelines.
- Prepare and record journal entries required for the monthly close process, ensuring transactions are properly classified and completed on schedule.
- Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies to preserve accurate financial reporting.
- Process vendor invoices, schedule payments, and ensure obligations are handled in a timely and controlled manner.
- Create and maintain vendor profiles in NetSuite while verifying supporting information for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with routine accounting operations as needed, including collaboration across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other finance functions.
- At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close activities.
- Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
- Practical experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Familiarity with collections activity and maintaining accurate customer and vendor records.
- Experience using accounting software such as NetSuite or a comparable ERP system.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a contract environment.