Staff Accountant
$75k - $80kConfidential
Your Future Team
We are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys balancing multiple priorities. This individual will join the Accounting team and play a key role in supporting the organization's financial reporting and close processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, highly adaptable, and capable of maintaining accuracy under varying workloads. This role offers strong opportunities for professional growth and development.
What You'll Do
- Prepare detailed monthly bank reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
- Support revenue accounting activities, reconciliations, and related financial reporting.
- Assist with month-end close activities and ensure assigned deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Review general ledger activity throughout the month to improve close efficiency and maintain data integrity.
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.
- Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Provide variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
- Support annual financial audits and respond to audit requests in a timely manner.
- Assist with maintaining and strengthening internal controls and compliance processes.
- Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and information flow throughout the organization.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 1-3+ years of progressive accounting experience in a dynamic business environment.
- CPA or CPA-track preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work within a team-oriented environment.
Technical Skills
Required
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data analysis, and reporting.
Preferred
- Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and data management software.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $75,000-$80,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off program
- Hybrid work arrangement; four days in the office, one day remote
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefit offerings
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