Staff Accountant

Blue Signal Search; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Mentorship by leadership

Professional development

Exposure to business decisions

Job summary

Blue Signal Search seeks a motivated Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and strengthen the general ledger. You will collaborate with finance leadership and operations to ensure accurate records and timely month-end close.

Ideal candidates have 1–4 years of accounting experience and strong Excel skills, with attention to detail and initiative to streamline processes. Onsite first, with potential hybrid flexibility after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Approximately 1–4 years of practical accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, trial balances, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to organize financial information.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, dependable work ethic, and able to take ownership of recurring accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, and other recurring activities.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain reliable records.
• Participate in month-end closing, review account balances, and prepare supporting documents.
• Review trial balances and identify inconsistencies requiring research or corrections.
• Maintain accounting documentation and support internal controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership and operations to resolve accounting questions and changing needs.
• Identify opportunities to streamline recurring accounting activities and improve efficiency.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

Communication with leadership

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Our client, a growing organization in the industrial sector, is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join its expanding finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who wants more than a traditional accounting position. With continued business growth, increased investment in operations, and a finance function that is evolving to support future opportunities, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact, work directly with senior leadership, and build a strong foundation for long-term career advancement.

This Role Offers

• Competitive compensation, depending on experience.
• Potential hybrid flexibility of one to two remote days per week following an initial onsite onboarding period and leadership approval.
• Direct collaboration with finance leadership, providing valuable mentorship, professional development, and exposure to business decisions.
• Opportunity to join a growing organization where individual contributions are visible and valued.
• A collaborative, fast-paced workplace that encourages initiative, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Focus

• Support daily accounting operations while maintaining accurate and organized general ledger records.
• Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, and other recurring accounting activities.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and help maintain reliable financial records.
• Participate in month-end closing activities, including reviewing account balances and preparing supporting documentation.
• Review trial balances and identify inconsistencies requiring additional research or correction.
• Maintain accounting documentation and support established financial controls and internal procedures.
• Collaborate with finance leadership and operational teams to resolve accounting questions and address changing business needs.
• Identify practical opportunities to streamline recurring accounting activities and improve overall efficiency.

Skill Set

• Approximately 1 to 4 years of practical accounting experience, with consideration given to candidates who have at least one year of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, trial balances, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize financial information and complete practical reconciliation exercises.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to producing accurate work.
• Self-motivated approach, dependable work ethic, and willingness to take ownership of recurring accounting responsibilities.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities, work independently, and communicate effectively with colleagues and leadership.
• Exposure to accounting software or ERP systems is beneficial, while manufacturing or distribution accounting experience is a plus rather than a requirement.
• Ability to commute to both Miamisburg and Beavercreek, OH, and work five days onsite initially before becoming eligible for potential hybrid flexibility.