Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant CAP3 | Wilmington, NC | In-Office Accounting That Goes Beyond the Numbers CAP3 is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Wilmington, NC. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys accounting but also wants to understand why the numbers matter and how they impact a business. At CAP3, we support growing businesses with their accounting, financial reporting, and strategic needs. Our Staff Accountants are an important part of making that happen. This role may primarily support our Transaction Team or our Accounts Payable Team, depending on your strengths and experience. We are looking for someone who is comfortable getting into the details, communicating with clients and vendors, taking ownership of their work, and continually looking for ways to make things better. If you like accounting but don't want to spend your career buried in a spreadsheet without knowing what the numbers mean, you may be a great fit for CAP3. What You'll Do Transaction Team As part of the Transaction Team, you will help ensure our clients' day-to-day financial transactions are accurately recorded and their books stay current.

• Post daily transactions from bank and credit card feeds in QuickBooks Online
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper classification
• Research and resolve outstanding or unclear transactions
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and answers to open questions
• Identify unusual transactions, missing information, or items that need additional attention
• Assist with account reconciliations
• Work closely with other members of the team to ensure financial information is accurate and useful
• Look for opportunities to improve processes and make the accounting function more efficient

Accounts Payable Team As part of the AP Team, you will help manage the day-to-day accounts payable process for our clients.

• Enter and code vendor bills accurately and timely
• Review bills for appropriate coding, supporting documentation, and approval
• Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, account questions, payment status, and discrepancies
• Communicate with clients and internal team members regarding outstanding AP questions
• Prepare and process approved vendor payments
• Monitor outstanding bills and follow up on items that need attention
• Prepare with AP reconciliations
• Identify opportunities to improve the AP process and create efficiencies

What We're Looking For We're looking for more than someone who can check boxes and enter transactions. The right person is:

• Detail-oriented – You care whether the numbers are right.
• Curious – You want to understand the "why" behind the numbers.
• Accountable – You take ownership and follow things through.
• Communicative – You're comfortable asking questions and communicating with clients, vendors, and teammates.
• Organized – You can manage multiple clients and competing priorities without losing track of the details.
• Proactive – You don't just identify a problem; you look for a solution.
• Adaptable – Every client is different, and you can adjust to different businesses, systems, and processes.
• Team-oriented – You understand that great client service requires everyone working together.
• Coachable – You welcome feedback and are committed to getting better.

Why CAP3? At CAP3, we're building a team that doesn't just process accounting—we help business owners understand their business and make better decisions. You'll have the opportunity to work with businesses across different industries, learn how different companies operate, and develop your accounting skills while gaining a broader understanding of business. You'll also have the opportunity to grow within CAP3 as your skills and interests develop. Our Core Values – The CAP3 EDGE Empowerment – Unleashing Potential We enable people to achieve more than they imagined possible. Diligence – Precision with Purpose We take ownership of our work and deliver with discipline and excellence. Generosity – Above and Beyond We give more than expected in every interaction—with our clients and each other. Excellence – Setting the Standard We push for world-class results that make a real impact. The Bottom Line If you're an accountant who takes pride in doing things right, enjoys solving problems, communicates well, and wants to understand the businesses behind the numbers, we'd love to meet you. Location: Wilmington, NC Position: Full-Time, In-Office If you are interested in this position please submit your resume and cover letter by September 25, 2026, please do not inquire directly. Also, if you are not currently residing in Wilmington please be sure to include your timeline in your cover letter. Thanks and have a great day!