Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position supports core accounting operations, including close activities, reconciliations, receivables, payables coordination, expense processing, and compliance documentation. The role works closely with the Corporate Controller and is well suited for someone who can manage assigned responsibilities independently while maintaining accurate records and strong internal control practices.
Responsibilities:
• Support designated month-end close activities by preparing schedules, organizing supporting documentation, and helping keep deliverables on track.
• Record and maintain journal entry support for routine accounting areas such as accruals, prepaid items, fixed assets, and amortization.
• Complete bank, subledger, and general ledger reconciliations, investigate variances, and escalate items that require further review.
• Process customer payments, apply cash receipts to outstanding invoices, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records and aging reports.
• Assist with accounts payable and expense-related documentation to ensure transactions are properly supported and recorded.
• Prepare audit support materials and respond to documentation requests for assigned accounting areas with clear, traceable workpapers.
• Compile schedules and reports needed by external tax and compliance advisors, including information related to sales tax and other recurring filings.
• Maintain organized digital files and accounting records in line with company procedures, retention standards, and internal controls.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on order-to-cash support and follow up on outstanding accounting items during close, audit, or compliance periods.
• Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting role supporting day-to-day financial operations.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Familiarity with tax-related accounting support, including sales tax documentation and coordination of materials for corporate tax reporting.
• Ability to prepare accurate schedules, maintain audit-ready records, and manage documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in handling accounts receivable tasks such as cash application, invoice tracking, and aging analysis.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines and work independently within established controls and approval processes.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and escalating issues that require management guidance.