Staff Accountant Aiken, SC

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a fully onsite accounting team in South Carolina. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys supporting a range of accounting activities, and can contribute effectively within a small, fast-moving hospitality operation. The position centers on accounts payable and day-to-day accounting support, while also assisting with monthly close and other financial tasks that help keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume of invoice processing, ensuring transactions are entered accurately and completed within required timelines.
• Examine, assign accounting codes to, and record vendor invoices in the accounting system with proper documentation.
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate variances, and coordinate resolution of outstanding issues with vendors and internal teams.
• Maintain organized records for accounts payable activity, including supporting documents for both open and paid items.
• Assist with electronic payment activities and preserve accurate records tied to disbursements and vendor accounts.
• Contribute to month-end closing by preparing reconciliations, supporting schedules, journal entries, and other assigned accounting work.
• Monitor and track charges connected to club functions, events, banquets, and other hospitality-related activities.
• Communicate with departments across the organization to clarify invoice details, obtain approvals, and provide payment updates.
• Support broader accounting and administrative needs through cross-training and participation in additional tasks as priorities shift.