Staff Accountant

CFS; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in La Porte, Indiana is seeking a Staff Accountant with up to three years of experience to gain hands-on exposure to the full accounting cycle and work closely with senior leadership.

The role includes owning the month-end close, managing AP/AR, preparing financial reports for the CFO and leadership, and supporting process improvements in an onsite environment. Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of accounting experience; recent graduates with internship or related accounting experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Own and support the full month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Oversee and support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accuracy and proper controls.
• Prepare accurate financial information and reports for review by the CFO and leadership.
• Assist with account analysis, reconciliations, reporting, and general accounting responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively across departments and provide clear financial updates to leadership.

Education

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

Job description

Location: La Porte, Indiana

Schedule: Fully Onsite

Salary: $55,000–$65,000 annually

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team in La Porte, Indiana. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with up to three years of experience who is looking to gain hands‑on exposure to the full accounting cycle and work closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and support the full month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Oversee and support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper controls.
• Prepare accurate financial information and reports for review by the CFO and leadership team.
• Assist with account analysis, reconciliations, reporting, process improvements, and other general accounting responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively across departments and provide clear, accurate financial updates to leadership.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of accounting experience; recent graduates with relevant internship or accounting experience may be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and the month‑end close process.
• Experience with AP, AR, account reconciliations, and financial reporting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present accurate financial information to the CFO and other members of leadership.
• Highly detail‑oriented, organized, dependable, and able to work effectively in a fully onsite environment.

Compensation: $55,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience.

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