Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a busy accounting team Meridian, Idaho on a Contract position. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working across core accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. The position offers the opportunity to apply strong analytical skills while helping day-to-day accounting operations run smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Record accounting activity by preparing journal entries and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
• Contribute to the monthly close process by tracking deadlines, reconciling balances, and resolving open items.
• Preserve the integrity of the general ledger through regular reviews, corrections, and account analysis.
• Assist with financial reporting deliverables and provide support for routine accounting operations across the team.
• Examine account activity, identify unusual variances, and research discrepancies to determine appropriate resolution.
• Help manage transactional accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare schedules and documentation needed for audit requests while following established accounting controls and procedures.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial data efficiently.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and standard month-end accounting practices.
• Experience preparing journal entries and working within the general ledger.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is beneficial.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred.
• High level of accuracy, strong organizational ability, and careful attention to detail.