DIRECT HIRE - Staff Accountant

Gosnaphop; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Staff Accountant in Austin, TX for a direct-hire, full-time position on site. You will support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, GL activity, reconciliations, cash management, and audit prep in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field, 3+ years of experience, proficiency with Excel and accounting systems, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required; relevant experience may supplement education.
• 3+ years of accounting experience with full-cycle accounting preferred.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger, A/P, A/R, and reconciliations.
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with automated accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger activity and ensure accurate, timely financial transactions.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules for monthly close.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions including invoicing and collections.
• Reconcile bank accounts, deposits, revenue, and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist cash management activities including monitoring balances and transfers.
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper GL classification.
• Assist with monthly financial statements and related reporting schedules.
• Prepare and review AR/AP aging reports and research outstanding balances.
• Support annual budgeting and periodic updates.
• Prepare W-9s, 1099s, and other accounting documentation.
• Assist with annual audit by compiling schedules and responding to requests.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal contacts on accounting matters.
• Provide backup support across accounting functions.

Skills

Excel proficiency

General ledger

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Month-end close

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Title:

Staff Accountant

Industry:

Public Utility / Essential Services

Location (city, state):

Austin, TX

Assignment Type:

Direct Hire | Full-Time

Pay:

$33.50/hour | Approximately $70,000 annually + Overtime Eligibility

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 100% Onsite

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

Our client is a stable, established organization providing essential services to the greater Austin community. With a long history of serving the area, the organization offers a collaborative work environment, strong leadership, and an accounting team where employees have the opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple areas of the accounting function.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting and finance team in Austin. This is a hands‑on position responsible for supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations, month‑end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, financial reporting, cash management, and audit preparation.

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys variety, wants exposure to the full accounting cycle, and thrives in a smaller team environment where everyone is willing to jump in and support one another.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain general ledger activity and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close process.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice review, coding, billing, collections, and payment processing.
• Reconcile bank accounts, customer deposits, revenue accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with cash management activities, including monitoring balances, deposits, transfers, and scheduled payments.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and proper general ledger classification.
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation and related reporting schedules.
• Prepare and review accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports and research outstanding balances.
• Support annual budgeting activities and periodic budget updates.
• Prepare W-9s, 1099s, and other required accounting documentation.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by compiling schedules, gathering documentation, reconciling accounts, and responding to auditor requests.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and other external contacts to research and resolve accounting‑related matters.
• Provide backup support across accounting functions and assist the broader team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required; relevant additional experience may be considered in lieu of a portion of the education requirement.
• 3+ years of recent accounting experience preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Full‑cycle accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting month‑end close and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel and comfort working within automated accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills with the ability to manage recurring deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, dependable, and team‑oriented approach.

Additional Details:

• This position is 100% onsite in the Austin area, five days per week.
• The organization utilizes an industry‑specific accounting system; prior experience with the specific platform is not required.
• This is a non‑supervisory position working as part of a small accounting team.
• The position may occasionally assist with customer‑facing responsibilities, including processing in‑person payments.
• Candidates must be comfortable completing standard pre‑employment background and credit screening requirements.

Perks:

• Stable and established organization
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to earn overtime
• Broad exposure to full‑cycle accounting
• Collaborative, experienced accounting team
• Direct exposure to accounting and finance leadership
• Opportunity to expand accounting skills across multiple functional areas
• Comprehensive benefits package

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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