Staff Accountant Memphis, TN

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented staff accountant to join a growing service organization in Memphis, Tennessee. This role partners closely with accounting leadership to support timely financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to core close activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general accounting, hands-on experience with job costing, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support monthly and year-end close processes by preparing entries, reconciling accounts, and helping ensure accurate financial results.
• Maintain the general ledger and review account activity to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and preserve data integrity.
• Track and analyze job-related costs to improve cost visibility and support operational and financial decision-making.
• Prepare and process journal entries with appropriate documentation and alignment to accounting policies.
• Assist with corporate and sales tax activities, including gathering data, preparing schedules, and supporting filing requirements.
• Work closely with the controller to produce reports, analyze financial information, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts and investigate variances as part of regular reporting cycles.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.