Staff Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Potential for discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support fixed asset accounting in Mesa, AZ. This hybrid role ensures accurate financial statements and collaborates with various teams. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles. The position offers a competitive compensation package, with a total of up to $80,000, and potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of fixed asset accounting principles, including distinguishing between capital expenditures and operating expenses.
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to interpret, troubleshoot, and update complex formula logic within spreadsheets.
• Strong ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of fixed assets, handling coding and disposals.
• Partner with project leaders to stay informed on asset-related projects.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned accounts.

Skills

Fixed asset accounting principles

Advanced Excel skills

Independent work and collaboration

Time management skills

Clear communication skills

Job description

Overview

Vaco is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Staff Accountant to join the team of one of our top clients in Mesa, AZ. This hybrid contract role will help ensure financial statements are accurate, complete, and timely. You'll work closely with teams across the company, providing insights and supporting smarter decision-making through accounting expertise. A big focus will be on fixed assets—tracked properly from start to finish and aligned with internal policies. This position offers a hybrid schedule with potential for permanent placement, and a total compensation up to $80,000.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $38.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of fixed assets—creating new assets in Construction in Progress (CIP), coding details correctly, placing them into service on time, and handling disposals
• Partner with project leaders across departments to stay up-to-date on the status of asset-related projects and any events that may affect accounting
• Use systems and automation tools to enter and maintain accurate asset data (company codes, store locations, descriptions, etc.)
• Prepare journal entries and monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts
• Create and maintain schedules used in internal and external financial reporting
• Support internal and external audit requests by gathering and organizing necessary documentation
• Continuously look for ways to improve how we work, and help strengthen policies, procedures, and controls related to fixed asset accounting

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of fixed asset accounting principles, including the ability to distinguish between capital expenditures and operating expenses
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to interpret, troubleshoot, and update complex formula logic within spreadsheets
• Strong ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Composure under pressure, with excellent time management skills and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines—especially during month-end close and reporting cycles
• Clear and professional communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong active listening and problem-solving abilities

Compensation and benefits

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Retail Health and Personal Care Products