Accountant

Staff Accountant Department: Finance / Accounting Reports To: Accounting Manager or Controller Position Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting the month-end close process, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger Perform monthly account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes Maintain and reconcile accounts such as prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or variances Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations Assist with process improvements and automation initiatives Qualifications Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 2–3 years of accounting experience (internships included) Public accounting or internship experience is a plus Skills & Competencies: Basic understanding of GAAP principles Strong attention to detail and accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Good communication and teamwork skills Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Accuracy of journal entries and reconciliations Timeliness of month-end close Number of reconciling items identified/resolved Audit support effectiveness Adherence to deadlines and reporting accuracy Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a