Staff Accountant

NorthPoint Search Group; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career growth

Professional development exposure

Job summary

A leading homebuilding company is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage general ledger accounting, oversee month-end close processes, and prepare reconciliations. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least 2 years of general accounting experience, with strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent attention to detail is crucial as this role involves ensuring accurate financial records and supporting special projects. Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of general accounting experience required.
• Experience with homebuilding or construction accounting is preferred.
• Strong skills in data analysis and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close processes and journal entries.
• Prepare bank account and general ledger reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable activities.
• Oversee suspense account reconciliation and wire transfers.
• Prepare monthly revenue entries, accruals, reclassifications, and allocation entries.
• Support ESSBASE system reporting to track overhead expenses and compare to budgets and forecasts.
• Run monthly fixed asset reports as required.
• Prepare commission packages for review.
• Support accounts payable activities.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

Position: Staff Accountant

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Who: An organized and detail-oriented accountant with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 2+ years of general accounting experience, preferably with exposure to homebuilding or construction accounting.

What: Support accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, revenue recognition, month-end close, journal entries, and special project analysis while adhering to corporate policies.

Where: On-site at the office location; in-person five days a week.

When: Immediate opportunity to join a leading homebuilding organization and contribute to accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Why: This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic homebuilding environment, with exposure to cost management, profitability tracking, and operational financial reporting.

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant will manage general ledger accounting, monthly close processes, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and reporting for a leading homebuilding company. This role ensures accuracy of financial records, supports special projects, and provides analytical insights to improve operational and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close processes and journal entries
• Maintain accounting systems and adhere to corporate policies
• Prepare bank account and general ledger reconciliations
• Oversee suspense account reconciliation and wire transfers
• Prepare monthly revenue entries, accruals, reclassifications, and allocation entries
• Support ESSBASE system reporting to track overhead expenses and compare to budgets and forecasts
• Run monthly fixed asset reports as required
• Prepare commission packages for review
• Support accounts payable activities
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of general accounting experience
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• JD Edwards experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Exposure to homebuilding financial operations and reporting