Staff Accountant

Vaco; Budaun; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Raleigh, NC is seeking a detail-oriented accountant to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes. You will prepare journal entries, reconcile ledgers, and collaborate on financial statements and management reports.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems. This role emphasizes accuracy, deadlines, and cross-department collaboration to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close.
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and formulas.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software such as Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other recurring entries.
• Perform general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Prepare bank and cash reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Maintain supporting schedules and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash accounting activities as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Partner with other departments to research and resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Excel

ERP systems

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

2+ years accounting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

NetSuite

SAP

MS Dynamics

Sage

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other recurring entries
• Perform general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Prepare bank and cash reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Maintain supporting schedules and ensure transactions are properly recorded
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash accounting activities as needed
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
• Partner with other departments to research and resolve accounting issues
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and formulas
• Experience with ERP or accounting software such as Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team