Staff Accountant

Position Summary Growing, multi-location organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its corporate accounting team. This role offers significant exposure to financial operations, process improvement initiatives, and strategic growth projects. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys both traditional accounting responsibilities and partnering with operational teams to drive business improvements. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to an evolving shared‑services environment while gaining exposure to leadership and long‑term career advancement opportunities. Key Responsibilities Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month‑end close activities. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and assist with financial statement preparation. Support accounting for capital projects, fixed assets, and related financial analysis. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Partner with operational teams to gather information, analyze results, and support business initiatives. Participate in process improvement efforts and accounting standardization projects. Help support the ongoing centralization of accounting functions across multiple business locations. Analyze financial data, identify trends, and recommend process enhancements. Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 2+ years of accounting experience preferred. Public accounting experience is highly desirable. CPA eligible or actively pursuing CPA preferred. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is a plus. Advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across multiple departments. The successful candidate will be Ambitious and interested in long‑term career growth. Comfortable working in a fast‑growing, evolving environment. Interested in process improvement and operational efficiencies. A strong communicator who can work effectively with both accounting and non‑accounting stakeholders. Detail‑oriented while maintaining a broader business perspective. Motivated to learn, contribute ideas, and take on increasing responsibility. What Makes This Opportunity Attractive Exposure to executive leadership and cross‑functional teams. Opportunity to participate in process improvement and transformation initiatives. Growing organization with strong advancement potential. Broad accounting and finance exposure. Collaborative and accessible leadership team. Stable company with a history of growth and internal development opportunities. Compensation and Benefits Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including skill set, experience, training, licensure and certifications, office location, and business needs. The salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr