Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Atlanta, Georgia. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong experience in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and close support. The role offers the chance to contribute to accurate financial reporting, maintain balance sheet integrity, and partner with the accounting team on day-to-day financial processes.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee general ledger activity by recording, reviewing, and maintaining accurate financial transactions across assigned accounts.

- Complete monthly account reconciliations, research variances, and resolve outstanding items to support reliable financial records.

- Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing schedules, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.

- Create journal entries with appropriate backup documentation to ensure transactions are posted correctly and consistently.

- Examine financial information and assist with internal reporting needs by identifying trends, exceptions, and required adjustments.

- Provide audit support by organizing records, responding to documentation requests, and following established accounting controls.

- Use related accounting systems to process transactions, monitor account activity, and generate financial data.

- Maintain balance sheet accounts through regular analysis and reconciliation to support completeness and accuracy. Requirements - At least 3 years of accounting experience in a role involving hands-on general ledger ownership and account analysis.

- Strong background in account reconciliations, including balance sheet reconciliation and follow-up on discrepancies.

- Experience supporting monthly close activities, preparing journal entries, and assisting with financial reporting.

- Working knowledge of accounting software, with Encompass experience considered an advantage.

- Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return processes is beneficial.

- High attention to detail with solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven accounting environment.

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