Staff Accountant

Lawn & Garden LLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawn & Garden LLC in Irving, TX seeks a Staff Accountant with 1–5 years of experience to support month-end close, general ledger accounting, accounts payable, and external audit activities. Strong reconciliation skills and two-way/three-way invoice matching are preferred.

Responsibilities include preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations, researching reconciling items, processing vendor invoices, posting journal entries, and assisting with audits and intercompany activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close support.
• Experience with accounts payable and two-way and three-way invoice matching.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accruals.
• Research and resolve reconciling items and unusual GL activity in a timely manner.
• Process and review vendor invoices using two-way and three-way matching; verify coding and approvals.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end close activities and analyses.
• Assist with intercompany accounting, fixed assets, and audit requests.

Skills

Accounting experience

Reconciliation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Excel

JD Edwards or similar ERP

Job description

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Staff Accountant

Full Time Professional Irving, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1003

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with 1-5 years of experience to support month-end close, general ledger accounting, accounts payable, and external audit activities. The ideal candidate has strong reconciliation skills, experience with two-way and three-way invoice matching, and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, accounts payable, and other general ledger accounts.
• Research and resolve reconciling items, aged balances, and unusual general ledger activity in a timely manner.
• Process and review vendor invoices using two-way and three-way matching; verify coding, approvals, purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation.
• Investigate invoice pricing, quantity, and receipt discrepancies with vendors, Purchasing, Receiving, and other internal departments.
• Prepare and post accurate journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including account analyses, rollforwards, and management schedules.
• Assist with intercompany accounting, fixed assets, and other accounting activities as assigned.
• Support external audits by preparing PBC schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to auditor questions.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and assist with special projects and financial analyses.
• Help strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and recordkeeping practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close support.
• Experience with accounts payable and two-way and three-way invoice matching.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and U.S. GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic data analysis.
• Experience working with an ERP or other accounting system.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting an external financial statement audit.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi-entity environment.
• Experience with intercompany accounting, inventory, fixed assets, or accounts payable.
• Experience with JD Edwards or a similar ERP system.