Staff Accountant

Applied Resource Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage contract setup, revenue recognition, and accounting processes. This position involves working across project and finance teams to ensure compliance and accurate reporting. Ideal candidates will have a degree in accounting or finance, strong attention to detail, and advanced Excel skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition and ERP systems like Workday. Join a fast-paced environment that values growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with contract setup and revenue accounting processes.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain customer contracts within the company’s financial system based on contract terms.
• Perform risk assessments of contract terms to identify potential impacts.
• Partner with internal project teams to ensure contracts are structured appropriately for revenue recognition.
• Assist with monthly revenue close activities, including preparation of journal entries and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure processes are followed.
• Assist with monthly revenue close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Review transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze variable consideration (discounts, rebates, penalties, etc.) and impact on revenue recognition.
• Assist with audit support and documentation requests.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure processes are followed and deadlines are met.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Contract setup

Revenue accounting processes

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Workday)

Microsoft Office

Job description

A global professional services organization is seeking a Staff Accountant – Revenue to support contract setup, revenue recognition, and revenue accounting processes. This position will partner with project and finance teams to ensure accurate contract configuration, compliance with accounting standards, and timely financial reporting.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, has strong attention to detail, and wants to grow within a fast-paced finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain customer contracts within the company’s financial system based on contract terms and conditions
• Perform risk assessments of contract terms to identify potential financial or operational impacts
• Partner with internal project teams to ensure contracts are structured appropriately for revenue recognition and billing requirements
• Support post-contract activities, including contract modifications, change orders, and contract closeout
• Ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls related to contract and revenue processes
• Assist with monthly revenue close activities, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Review transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Analyze variable consideration (discounts, rebates, penalties, etc.) and determine impact on revenue recognition
• Assist with audit support and documentation requests
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure processes are followed and deadlines are met

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with contract setup and revenue accounting processes
• Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition
• Experience working with ERP systems (Workday or similar platforms)