Accountant

LHH; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Columbus, OH is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support month-end close, reporting, and financial analyses. The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of accounting experience.

You will manage journal entries, reconciliations, budgeting support, and collaborate with departments to improve processes while ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data and help identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) activities, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data and help identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) activities, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.