Staff Accountant

Curran Recruiting; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Curran Recruiting is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team in Alpharetta, GA. The role focuses on accurate financial data, journal entries, reconciliations, and collaboration with internal departments to ensure timely reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance with 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. This full-time position offers growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with ERP or financial accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting financial schedules.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and investigate account discrepancies.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting requirements.
• Track and maintain fixed asset activity and related accounting records.
• Support tax compliance activities and external audit requests.
• Analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvements.

Skills

GL accounting

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Excel

ERP systems

GAAP

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are partnering with an established, growing organization seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to an efficient accounting operation.

The position offers exposure to a variety of corporate accounting functions, financial reporting activities, and opportunities to develop professionally within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting financial schedules.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and investigate account discrepancies.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting requirements.
• Track and maintain fixed asset activity and related accounting records.
• Support tax compliance activities and external audit requests.
• Analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with ERP or financial accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.