Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Memphis, Tennessee. This position works in close partnership with accounting leadership to maintain accurate financial records, contribute to timely month-end reporting, and support cost tracking across projects. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound tax knowledge, and the ability to manage detailed financial tasks with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with the Accounting Manager and Controller to help maintain accurate financial reporting and support core accounting activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring transactions are recorded correctly in the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end close by reviewing account activity, organizing supporting documentation, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain clean financial records.
• Support job costing efforts by tracking project-related expenses and helping monitor financial performance against budgets.
• Manage progress billing activities by preparing accurate billing information and coordinating documentation needed for invoicing.
• Contribute to corporate and sales tax-related accounting tasks, including gathering data and supporting return preparation.
• Help uphold internal accounting controls and maintain organized records for audits, reporting, and compliance needs.• 5+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger processes.
• Experience supporting month-end close in a deadline-driven environment.
• Background in corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support.
• Familiarity with job costing and progress billing within a service-oriented business.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing financial data.
• Ability to work effectively with accounting leadership and communicate clearly across teams.