Staff Accountant Petersburg, VA

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a staff accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing company in Petersburg, Virginia. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, managing payables efficiently, and contributing to a smooth month-end close process. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounts payable cycle from invoice intake through final payment, ensuring each transaction is processed accurately and on schedule.
• Examine invoices and supporting documents for completeness, correct coding, and alignment with internal approval requirements.
• Compare vendor statements to internal records, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve outstanding issues promptly.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier documentation, including tax forms, payment terms, and related records needed for compliance.
• Coordinate recurring payment activities such as check runs, electronic payments, and wire transactions while meeting established deadlines.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and other balance sheet items to support accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with general ledger maintenance, including tracking fixed assets, prepaid items, and other routine accounting entries.
• Work closely with operational and purchasing teams to address invoice discrepancies, purchase order questions, and payment concerns.
• Support audits and management reporting by gathering documentation, preparing analyses, and helping uphold internal control standards.