Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support essential accounting operations in Lockport, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on billing accuracy, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and clear financial documentation while contributing to day-to-day accounting reliability. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge and can manage tax-related tasks with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:
• Manage client billing activities, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and issued in a timely manner.
• Maintain general ledger records by reviewing transactions, posting accounting activity, and supporting month-end accuracy.
• Prepare and record journal entries with appropriate backup and alignment to accounting standards.
• Perform account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain reliable financial records.
• Organize and maintain accounting documentation to support reporting, audit readiness, and internal controls.
• Assist with corporate tax-related accounting tasks, including support for filings and related schedules.
• Support sales tax compliance by reviewing taxable activity and helping ensure timely reporting obligations are met.• Experience working in a staff accounting or similar accounting support role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger processes, journal entries, and account reconciliation practices.
• Familiarity with corporate tax concepts, including exposure to corporate tax return support.
• Experience handling sales tax processes and related compliance requirements.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate documentation and maintain organized financial records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial analysis and reporting.