Senior Accountant

PACE Staffing Alternatives; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A St. Louis staffing agency is seeking a Mid-Senior level accountant to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with accounting principles. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in Excel as well as familiarity with NetSuite. This role offers opportunities for collaboration in a fast-paced environment with a focus on strategic process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting processes, including month-end close.
• Ability to work with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal policies.
• Collaborate with the Controller on process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

GAAP understanding

Adaptability

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Helping clients & candidates grow with a consultative, personable approach. Proud St. Louisan supporting rescues like Stray Rescue. Love river days…

Responsibilities:

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Assist with financial analysis and provide accurate and timely reporting to the Controller and CFO.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal policies.
• Collaborate with the Controller on process improvements to move the team from transactional to more strategic functions.
• Work within NetSuite ERP system to maintain accurate financial records and streamline workflows.
• Support audits and assist with documentation as needed.
• Partner with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and growing environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting processes, including month-end close.
• Proficiency with NetSuite or similar ERP system preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with large data sets.
• Highly driven, detail-oriented, and adaptable to a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting