Staff Accountant Job in Linthicum Heights, MD

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, completing account reconciliations, and contributing to smooth monthly and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities:

• Review balance sheet and general ledger accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to confirm accuracy.
• Prepare reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and follow through on outstanding items until they are fully resolved.
• Research discrepancies and coordinate with internal teams to correct errors in a timely manner.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycles by posting journal entries, recording accruals, and maintaining accounting documentation.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, including accounting-related support for system or software updates when applicable.
• Assist with additional accounting and finance duties as assigned to meet department needs.