Staff Accountant

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Howe (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking a Staff Accountant for an on-site role in Howe, IN. The position focuses on hands-on accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and business operations while collaborating with an experienced team.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with a strong work ethic, seeking a long-term career in accounting and finance in a growing agricultural organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 0–5 years of accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or related experience; internships valued.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions in QuickBooks.
• Prepare and post journal entries; general ledger maintenance and reconciliations.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Accounting principles

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Location: Howe, IN (On-Site)

Salary: $50k–$75k

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Launch Your Accounting Career with a Growing Agricultural Organization

Our client is a respected and growing agricultural company with operations across multiple states. They are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant who is eager to build a long-term career in accounting and finance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to gain hands‑on experience in financial reporting, general accounting, budgeting, and business operations while working alongside an experienced accounting team.

If you're detail-oriented, have a strong work ethic, and are excited about growing your accounting career in Howe, Indiana, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

General Accounting

• Record daily financial transactions in QuickBooks
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Review accounts for accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Support month-end accounting processes

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process AP and AR transactions
• Verify invoice accuracy and coding
• Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist with financial statement preparation
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Enter and maintain budget data within accounting systems
• Help analyze financial data and business performance

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with year-end audit preparation
• Support accounting projects and reporting requirements
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide support to payroll and accounting functions as needed
• Collaborate with team members across departments
• Assist with process improvements and special projects

What We're Looking For

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Experience

• 0–5 years of accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or related experience
• Internship experience is highly valued
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Technical Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Exposure to QuickBooks or other accounting software is a plus
• Basic understanding of accounting principles

Key Traits

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• High attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Positive attitude and professional communication skills
• Interest in building a long‑term career with a growing organization

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

• Strong career growth potential
• Hands‑on accounting experience across multiple functions
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Stable and growing organization
• Collaborative and team‑oriented environment
• Opportunity to learn directly from experienced accounting professionals