Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the accounts payable function for the Equify family of companies while supporting month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and general accounting activities. This role works closely with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and support timely month-end close processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to develop a broad accounting skillset within a growing specialty finance company. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a collaborative environment, takes ownership of their work, and is eager to build a strong accounting foundation within a growing specialty finance organization.

Key Roles / Responsibilities:

• Own the full accounts payable process across multiple entities, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payment runs, and vendor communications.
• Match invoices to supporting documentation, research discrepancies, and resolve exceptions in a timely manner.
• Monitor accounts payable aging, reconcile vendor statements, and ensure outstanding items are appropriately addressed and escalated.
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, payment terms, and banking information, in accordance with internal controls.
• Prepare AP accruals, support month-end cut-off procedures, and assist with timely and accurate month-end close activities.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules in accordance with the monthly close calendar.
• Process intercompany transactions and ensure balances reconcile across affiliated entities.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and provide support during audits, tax filings, and annual 1099 reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and automation within the accounts payable and accounting functions.

Skills and Proficiencies:

• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including debits, credits, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
• Ability to research and resolve discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience working within ERP/accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience preferred.
• Familiarity with close-management tools such as FloQast is a plus.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on accounting experience, required.
• 0-3 years of accounting experience, including internships, with exposure to accounts payable, reconciliations, journal entries, or month-end close activities.
• Prior participation in a month-end close process is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with an ERP or accounting system is required; experience with Business Central, FloQast, or ILS is preferred.
• Exposure to equipment finance, leasing, banking, or specialty lending is preferred.
• Multi-entity or intercompany accounting experience is preferred.
• Interest in pursuing the CPA or CLFP designation is a plus; tuition reimbursement is available to support continuing education.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Moves throughout the building to access files.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage, 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program with Insurance Premium Discounts
• EAP Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)