Senior Staff Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Senior Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This individual will play a key role in the monthly close process, financial reporting, and account reconciliations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate both independently and collaboratively.

This is a full-time, hybrid position (3 days onsite: Tuesday–Thursday) based in Atlanta, GA, reporting directly to the Accounting Manager.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation of schedules and journal entries
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts across multiple entities; investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolution
• Perform detailed balance sheet and P&L account reconciliations, including bank and intercompany accounts
• Prepare and review payroll-related journal entries
• Manage and record accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset activity
• Assist with cash management activities, including approvals for wires, ACH, and check disbursements
• Support tax-related activities including preparation and filing of sales & use tax, VAT, GST, and property tax
• Partner with internal and external auditors by providing required documentation and support
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requests and accounting inquiries
• Provide oversight and guidance to Accounts Payable processes and day-to-day activities
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; CPA or advanced certification preferred
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Experience in a software or technology-driven environment is a plus
• Exposure to multi-entity and multi-currency environments preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting systems such as Intacct is a plus

• Accurate and timely completion of close processes and reconciliations
• Strong ownership of assigned accounts and financial reporting
• Proactive identification of discrepancies and process improvements
• Effective collaboration across accounting and finance teams