Staff Accountant

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial staffing organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Hampton, NH. This on-site role involves maintaining financial records, assisting with monthly close activities, and preparing financial reports. Candidates should have 2-5+ years of accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. The expected salary range is $60–75K, and only local candidates are considered with no relocation offered.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Payroll exposure a plus.
• Comfort learning new systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records including AP, AR, and general ledger entries.
• Complete bank reconciliations and ensure transactions are recorded properly.
• Assist with monthly close activities and internal reporting.
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts.
• Help with year-end requirements and audit preparation.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, reconciliations)

Strong accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

*** Local candidates only - NO RELOCATION *** Must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions ***

KBW Financial Staffing and Recruiting has partnered with a privately held organization in the Seacoast area who is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and assist with reporting and general financial activities. This is an on-site role working closely with a small finance team and offers exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records including AP, AR, and general ledger entries
• Complete bank reconciliations and ensure transactions are recorded properly
• Assist with monthly close activities and internal reporting
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement reports
• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts
• Help with year-end requirements and audit preparation
• Assist with payroll processing across multiple entities (training provided)
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience required – this is not an entry level role
• Experience with full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, reconciliations)
• Payroll exposure a plus (multi-entity helpful, but not required)
• Comfort learning new systems — QuickBooks experience helpful but not required
• Strong accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a small office environment
• Full-time on-site role, Monday–Friday
• Standard work hours (approx. 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Salary range: $60–75K, depending on experience
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• No relocation considered; local candidates required