Corporate Staff Accountant

Pareto Solutions Group, Inc.; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage the monthly and quarterly financial close processes in compliance with GAAP. The role includes reviewing balance sheet accounts, maintaining lease accounting, and conducting cash applications and reconciliations. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, a basic understanding of GAAP, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• Basic understanding of GAAP is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly financial close processes.
• Review balance sheet accounts and prepare adjusting entries.
• Maintain lease accounting and ensure accuracy.
• Prepare cash applications and manage daily cash activity.

Skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Strong written communication skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

We are pleased to announce that one of the companies with which we partner is expanding and looking to hire a Staff Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly financial close processes in accordance with GAAP, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Review balance sheet accounts and prepare adjusting entries, depreciation, and fixed asset updates to ensure accuracy
• Maintain lease accounting (ASC 842) and ensure lease system data is updated timely and accurately
• Partner with operations to ensure expenses are recorded in the proper period and transactions are posted correctly
• Prepare cash applications, manage daily cash activity, and complete monthly bank reconciliations
• Assist with tax reconciliations and support preparation of payroll, union, and sales/use tax filings
• Support budgeting, variance analysis, expense trend reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis
• Maintain internal controls, assist with control testing and remediation, and ensure integrity of the general ledger and financial data
• Conduct monthly physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Basic understanding of GAAP; public company reporting and accounting process knowledge is a plus
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and general computer skills
• Leadership skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and handle changing priorities in a high-volume transactional environment
• Highly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the company
• Strong written and verbal communication skills