Staff Accountant

Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Staff Accountant to Senior Staff Accountant to join their growing accounting team. This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with strong experience in account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and financial reporting support. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, analytical, and comfortable managing a high volume of balance sheet and bank reconciliations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Perform heavy account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and other general ledger account analyses

+ Prepare, review, and maintain journal entries and supporting documentation

+ Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data

+ Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes

+ Investigate and resolve reconciling items, discrepancies, and unusual variances in a timely manner

+ Analyze financial data and account activity to identify trends, errors, and opportunities for process improvement

+ Assist with preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures

+ Partner cross-functionally with AP, AR, payroll, and operational teams to research and resolve accounting issues

+ Support external audit requests and assist with audit schedules and documentation

+ Contribute to process improvements related to reconciliations, close procedures, and general ledger workflows

+ Assist with ad hoc accounting projects and reporting as needed

Why Join Us?

+ Direct hire role with opportunities for long-term career advancement

+ Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans

+ Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced professionals

+ Dynamic and inclusive workplace culture

+ Convenient Blue Ash, OH location

Requirements

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

+ Staff Accountant: 2+ years of accounting experience

+ Senior Staff Accountant: 4+ years of progressive accounting experience

+ Strong experience with high-volume reconciliations and general ledger accounting

+ Solid understanding of month-end close and accrual-based accounting

+ Experience preparing journal entries and account analyses

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis

+ Experience working in an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle Net Suite, Microsoft D365, Quick Books, or similar preferred

+ Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines

+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

+ CPA or CPA-track is a plus

Preferred Background

+ Experience in a mid-size or large company environment

+ Ability to work independently while also collaborating with cross-functional teams

+ Proven ability to handle multiple reconciliations and deadlines simultaneously

+ Experience identifying process improvement opportunities within accounting operations

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