Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a growing wholesale distribution business in Dallas, Texas. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across payables, receivables, and the general ledger while helping deliver timely reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound accounting knowledge, and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Record daily banking activity and ensure cash transactions are accurately reflected in the accounting records.

• Apply incoming customer payments to open receivables and maintain current, accurate account balances.

• Review, code, process, and reconcile corporate card activity with supporting documentation.

• Prepare recurring bank-related reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for operational visibility.

• Manage weekly payment runs and verify disbursements are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Post month-end journal entries and complete balance sheet reconciliations with any necessary adjusting entries.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies involving accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity.

• Support the preparation of post-close management reporting and respond to accounting questions through research and data analysis.

• Build and validate spreadsheet-based reports, including analyses using advanced Excel functions, and contribute to special projects as assigned.

If interested in being considered for this role, please email a resume to Liz Noyes at Robert Half via Linked In.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and financial reporting processes.
• Prior experience in the transportation, trucking, or logistics industry is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to use lookup formulas and pivot tables effectively.
• Familiarity with McLeod Software is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative approach when handling confidential financial information.