Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to immediately join a growing organization in Arlington, Texas. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a degreed accountant who enjoys owning core accounting activities, supporting accurate financial reporting, and contributing to a collaborative finance team. The role works closely with a great Controller and offers exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee key elements of the monthly close cycle, including preparing journal entries and completing balance sheet reconciliations on schedule.

- Support day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities when business needs require additional coverage.

- Manage accounts payable processes such as reviewing invoices, coordinating vendor setup and maintenance, reconciling vendor balances, and helping ensure timely disbursements.

- Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for daily and weekly business review needs.

- Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by researching discrepancies, resolving variances, and recording transactions in accordance with established accounting standards.

- Help strengthen financial accuracy by following internal control procedures and participating in audit-focused reviews across departments.

- Partner with external auditors during the annual audit by organizing requested documentation and addressing follow-up questions.

- Complete sales tax filings and related supporting schedules as required.

- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve process efficiency over time.

Requirements - Prior detail-oriented experience in accounting with strong hands-on exposure to accounts payable functions.

- Working knowledge of month-end close procedures, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.

- Experience maintaining general ledger accuracy and recording accounting entries in accordance with US GAAP.

- Ability to support both AP and AR activities in a fast-paced business environment.

- Familiarity with sales tax compliance and related filings.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve financial variances.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to work closely with leadership, cross-functional teams, and external auditors.

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