Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, accruals, budgeting support, and month-end close activities. This role works closely with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain the integrity of the company's financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Support accounts payable by reviewing invoices, reconciling vendor accounts, and assisting with payment processing.
• Support accounts receivable by monitoring customer balances, applying cash receipts, and assisting with collections efforts.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and account analyses.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering data and preparing reports.
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide explanations to management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.

Experience assisting with annual budgets and financial planning activities. Knowledge of variance analysis and financial statement preparation. CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification is a plus. Experience working in a multi-entity or high-growth environment preferred.