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Staff Accountant

Job in Florence, Lauderdale County, Alabama, 35630, USA
Listing for: Jobtailor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52000 - 76000 USD Yearly USD 52000.00 76000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Responsibilities

  • Provides operational accounting support and contributes to accurate internal and external financial reporting
  • Performs routine general ledger activities, prepares and reviews account reconciliations, supports the month-end close, and helps maintain strong internal controls and compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards
  • Prepare assigned bank reconciliations; research and resolve reconciling items, discrepancies, and variances in a timely manner
  • Prepare monthly reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts; investigate variances, document support, and propose correcting entries as needed
  • Prepare and/or post routine journal entries (e.g., accruals, amortization, reclasses) with appropriate supporting documentation and approvals
  • Support the month-end close process, including preparing close schedules, meeting deadlines, and assisting with financial statement tie‑outs
  • Assist with preparation of property tax returns, sales/use tax filings, and other miscellaneous corporate compliance reporting; help gather supporting schedules and respond to inquiries
  • Assist with review of vendor payable batches and employee expense reports for coding accuracy, completeness, policy compliance, and proper approvals
  • Prepare and distribute recurring internal and external reports on a monthly and quarterly basis; ensure accuracy, consistency, and on‑time delivery
  • Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to auditor questions
  • Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Purchasing, AP) to resolve accounting issues, obtain supporting documentation, and improve upstream processes
  • Assist with special projects, process improvements, and ad‑hoc analyses, including recommendations to strengthen controls and increase efficiency
  • Maintain accurate work papers and documentation in accordance with record retention requirements and internal control standards
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 2+ years of staff accounting or general ledger experience
  • Working knowledge of account reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end close processes
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels and with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong customer service mindset, professionalism, and ability to take direction and feedback
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, shifting priorities, details, and interruptions
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; ability to learn new systems quickly
  • Ability to adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and internal control requirements
Key Hard Skills
  • Account reconciliations
  • Journal entries
  • Month‑end close
  • Financial reporting
  • Internal controls
  • Property tax returns
  • Sales/use tax filings
  • Vendor payable review
  • Financial statement tie‑outs
  • Process improvements
Key Soft Skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem‑solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service mindset
  • Professionalism
  • Ability to prioritize
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks
  • Ability to take direction
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance
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