Senior Accountant

Staffers Inc.; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffers Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant (Audit Focus) to bridge day-to-day accounting operations with compliance verification. You will lead audit preparation, test internal controls, and work directly with auditors in a dynamic environment.

The role covers GAAP compliance, government standards where applicable, and close with variance analysis. Mentoring staff and driving accurate financial reporting are key parts of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining corporate accounting with public accounting or internal audit exposure.
• CPA designation preferred or actively in progress; CIA is a strong plus.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge; GASB knowledge for government roles is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP); experience with major ERP/accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Sage).

Responsibilities

• Audit Coordination: manage annual, quarterly, or periodic audits.
• Documentation & testing: prepare workpapers, trial balances, schedules, and sample transactions.
• Internal controls: evaluate and monitor controls to prevent errors and mitigate risk.
• Policy review: audit purchases, expenses, and departmental accounts for compliance.
• Lead month-, quarter-, year-end close cycles and ensure accurate reporting.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, bank statements, and cash flow reports.
• Variance analysis to support management decisions.
• Mentor junior staff and review accounting work.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Sage

Job description

A Senior Accountant (with Audit Focus) bridges day-to-day accounting operations and compliance verification. They ensure financial records align with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or governmental standards while leading audit preparation, testing internal controls, and working directly with auditors.

Key Responsibilities

Auditing & Compliance

• Audit Coordination: Coordinate all aspects of annual, quarterly, or periodic internal and external audits.
• Documentation & Testing: Prepare audit workpapers, trial balances, supporting schedules, and pull sample transactions to verify record accuracy.
• Internal Controls: Evaluate, test, and monitor internal accounting controls to prevent errors, spot discrepancies, or mitigate financial risk.
• Policy Review: Audit purchase requisitions, expense reports, and departmental accounts to ensure compliance with company policies or statutory regulations.

Core Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Close Processes: Lead or assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end general ledger close cycles.
• Reconciliations: Review complex balance sheet reconciliations, bank statements, and cash flow reports.
• Variance Analysis: Analyze financial trends, budget-to-actual variances, and operational expenses to support management.
• Staff Guidance: Mentor, review work for, and guide junior or staff accountants.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: 3 to 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining corporate accounting with public accounting or internal audit exposure.
• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred or actively in progress; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is a strong plus.
• Technical Skills:
• Deep proficiency in US GAAP (and GASB for government roles).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Experience with major ERP or accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Sage).