Staff accountant

Australia-Employment

Millersville (MD)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
HSA
Vision insurance
STD/LTD/Life/AD&D
PTO + holidays
401k match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Staff Accountant in Millersville, MD to join a rapidly growing accounting team. This newly created role offers hands-on exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements under the Controller's guidance.

The successful candidate will have a foundation in accounting, be comfortable learning new systems, and eager to grow with the organization. Recent graduates or those with 0–3 years of experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Recent graduates and candidates with 0–3 years of accounting experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Foundational understanding of accounting principles and GAAP.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable learning new accounting systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or other accounting systems is a plus.
  • Public accounting, construction, service industry, or percentage-of-completion experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Interest in process improvement, automation, or AI technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with month-end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
  • Support financial reporting and assist with variance analysis.
  • Assist with annual audit preparation, including schedules and supporting documentation.
  • Gain exposure to percentage-of-completion accounting and project-related financial reporting.
  • Work across multiple accounting systems to extract information and prepare reports.
  • Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to improve processes and reporting efficiency.
  • Assist with special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as the organization continues to grow.

Skills

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Strong communication
GAAP knowledge
Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Staff accountant

$70000 - $75000 per year | Millersville, MD | On-site | Permanent

Staff Accountant
A bit about us:

Our client is a rapidly growing organization that has experienced significant expansion through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. As the company continues to scale, they are investing in their accounting and finance team and have created a new Senior Accountant position. This is an opportunity to join a growing business, work closely with leadership, and play a key role in strengthening accounting processes and supporting continued expansion.

Why join us?
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, HSA, and Vision Insurance
  • Company paid STD, LTD, and life insurance and AD&D
  • PTO package plus 8 paid holidays
  • 401k with company match up to 4%
Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing Accounting and Finance team. This is a newly created position due to continued company growth and an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or someone with a couple of years of experience looking to develop their career.

You’ll work closely with the Controller and gain hands‑on exposure to month‑end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting process improvements. We’re looking for someone who has a solid foundation in accounting, is comfortable learning new technology, and is eager to grow with the organization.

We’re open to training the right individual, so prior experience with all aspects of the role is not required.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with month‑end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
  • Support financial reporting and assist with variance analysis.
  • Assist with annual audit preparation, including schedules and supporting documentation.
  • Gain exposure to percentage‑of‑completion accounting and project‑related financial reporting.
  • Work across multiple accounting systems to extract information and prepare reports.
  • Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to improve processes and reporting efficiency.
  • Assist with special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as the organization continues to grow.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Recent graduates and candidates with 0–3 years of accounting experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Foundational understanding of accounting principles and GAAP.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working with technology and learning new accounting systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or other accounting systems is a plus.
  • Public accounting, construction, service industry, or percentage‑of‑completion experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Interest in process improvement, automation, or AI technology is a plus.

This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with a rapidly growing organization. You’ll receive hands‑on training, work closely with experienced accounting leadership, and gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while developing your skills and growing your career.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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