Staff Accountant

RemX | The Workforce Experts; Blue Springs (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

RemX | The Workforce Experts in Mississippi is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its finance team. You will maintain accurate financial records, support month-end close, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least 3 years of accounting experience, advanced Excel skills, and strong analytical abilities to deliver meaningful reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform variance and financial analysis.
• Support year-end financial reporting and disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals.

Skills

3+ years accounting experience

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Sage Peachtree

Job description

A well-established and growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its finance team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and providing meaningful financial reporting to leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to make a direct impact on business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Perform variance and financial analysis
• Support year-end financial reporting and disclosures
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax requirements

Accounting Operations

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals
• Complete bank and intercompany reconciliations
• Support monthly inventory reconciliations
• Manage cash application and cash management activities
• Process ACH and wire transfer payments

Payroll Administration

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Review payroll accruals and benefit-related payments
• Complete required payroll reporting

Fixed Asset & Lease Accounting

• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Support annual physical asset verification processes
• Maintain lease accounting records

Audit & Budget Support

• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Support budget preparation, monitoring, and annual review processes

Master Data Management

• Maintain customer, vendor, inventory, and pricing records within company systems

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing or corporate accounting
• Experience with Sage Peachtree or similar ERP/accounting systems
• Audit preparation and internal controls experience

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a proactive accounting professional who can operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Success in this role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the ability to contribute to a growing organization with a strong commitment to operational excellence.