Staff Accountant Oak Ridge, TN
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant -
Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting
Staff Accountant
We are looking for a staff accountant for a contract to permanent opportunity with one of our clients in the Knoxville, TN area. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on general ledger work and can manage a large volume of reconciliations with accuracy and consistency. The role will contribute to core accounting operations by preparing entries, resolving discrepancies, and helping keep monthly financial activity organized and on schedule.
Responsibilities:• Complete detailed reconciliations for a wide range of balance sheet and general ledger accounts, ensuring records remain accurate and fully supported.
• Review and reconcile payroll-related accounts, including bank activity, tax obligations, employee benefit balances, and workers' compensation transactions.
• Prepare and record journal entries connected to reconciliation findings and other routine accounting activity.
• Assist with month-end close by finishing assigned reconciliations on time and confirming account balances are properly stated.
• Analyze variances and investigate outstanding items, then take appropriate steps to clear discrepancies efficiently.
• Maintain organized supporting documentation that strengthens the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
• Work with internal departments to obtain backup, clarify transactions, and confirm appropriate accounting treatment across accounts.
• Reconcile and monitor additional key areas such as prepaid expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and sales tax activity as needed.
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