Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations in Spring Valley, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable accounting records, producing timely financial reports, and helping the business stay compliant with tax and payroll obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, actionable insight.

Responsibilities:
• Record daily financial activity, including incoming payments, invoices, sales activity, and operating expenses, to keep accounting records current and accurate.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and outstanding loan balances on a regular schedule to confirm ledger accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements for internal review.
• Manage month-end and year-end close activities by posting journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for complete financial reporting.
• Review account activity and investigate variances to identify issues, explain trends, and support informed business decisions.
• Assist with tax-related reporting by organizing records and supporting sales tax, local tax, and year-end documentation requirements.
• Support payroll processing or work alongside payroll vendors to ensure wages, taxes, and benefits are recorded and allocated correctly.
• Maintain organized digital financial files and documentation to strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness.• 2+ years of experience performing general accounting duties in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline preferred.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and familiarity with other accounting systems such as Sage is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with pivot tables, lookup functions, and core formulas.
• Working knowledge of sales tax processes and corporate tax support activities.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and organization when handling sensitive financial information.