Staff Accountant Job Summary This role supports the accounting and finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end close activities, supporting budgeting efforts, and helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The position serves as a key link between day-to-day accounting activity and broader financial analysis while working closely with leadership to support business operations and reporting needs. Responsibilities Review and support daily accounting transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, fixed assets, and general ledger activity. Monitor financial records for discrepancies, unusual activity, or coding issues and assist with corrective actions. Prepare and maintain account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany balances. Investigate and resolve reconciliation issues while ensuring deadlines are met. Support month-end close activities and prepare financial schedules and reporting packages for management review. Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, including budget tracking and variance analysis. Analyze budget-to-actual results and provide insight into significant variances and trends. Support preparation of financial statements and related reporting schedules. Assist with audit preparation, tax support, and requests from external accounting professionals. Maintain lease accounting records and support compliance with applicable accounting standards. Participate in process improvements, accounting system enhancements, and internal control initiatives. Support regulatory reporting, lender reporting, and other financial reporting requirements as needed. Requirements Able to Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, onsite schedule Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline. 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment. Experience reviewing accounting transactions and supporting general ledger activities. Strong understanding of account reconciliations, month-end close processes, and financial reporting. Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Experience with Sage 100 / MAS 90 is a plus. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.
