Staff Accountant

Unity Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for a contract role in Dallas, Texas. This hands-on position involves critical support during a time of transition. Responsibilities include assisting with general ledger entries, month-end closings, and Excel reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and has over 3 years of experience in an accounting role. This position offers the chance to work within a collaborative team while adapting to changes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a staff-level role.
• Experience with system transitions is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting operations during a period of transition.
• Assist with general ledger entries and month-end close activities.
• Perform VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and Excel reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams for smooth handoffs.

Skills

Proficiency with Excel (VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)

Accounting experience

Education

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

Job description

Unity Search has partnered with a growing organization that needs an experienced Staff Accountant on a contract basis to step in and make an immediate impact. This is a hands-on role that will provide critical support during a time of transition, offering high visibility to leadership and the opportunity to navigate a dynamic environment. The position is expected to last 3 to 4 months (with potential flexibility) and includes the chance to work alongside a collaborative team. If you thrive on adapting to change, enjoy rolling up your sleeves, and want to contribute to meaningful projects, this role could be a perfect fit!

Responsibilities

• Support accounting operations during a period of transition, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all work
• Assist with general ledger entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Perform VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and Excel reporting
• Partner with leadership on reporting, analysis, and process improvements
• Provide royalty calculations support (a plus, not required)
• Assist with an upcoming system transition (prior system migration experience is a plus, but not required)
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth handoffs during role transitions
• Adapt quickly to evolving processes and organizational changes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a staff-level role
• Proficiency with Excel (VLOOKUPs and pivot tables required)

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Retail