Staff Accountant

Xplora Search Group; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Xplora Search Group is seeking an accounting professional to support the month-end close, prepare reconciliations, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP. You will partner with FP&A and other finance teams to deliver timely reporting and drive improvements.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• Ability to prepare clear supporting documentation and analyses.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial close process and ensure timely, accurate recording of transactions.
• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages with variance analysis.
• Assist with accounting, analysis, and budgeting in partnership with FP&A.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and operations to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide supporting docs.
• Contribute to process improvements and changes in accounting standards.

Skills

GAAP

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Cross-department collaboration

Tech adoption

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

• Support the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely while analyzing financial statements and investigating variances.
• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations while ensuring compliance with internal controls and applicable reporting requirements.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including analysis of current results compared with prior periods.
• Assist with accounting, analysis, and budgeting activities in partnership with FP&A and other finance teams.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and operational teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
• Work with internal and external auditors as needed and provide supporting documentation.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and the implementation of changes related to accounting standards and regulations.

JOB SCOPE

• Perform day-to-day activities supporting the monthly financial close and reporting process.
• Ensure accounting transactions and financial information are complete, accurate, and recorded on a timely basis.
• Identify and communicate accounting or reporting issues to management.
• Partner with various departments on accounting-related activities and initiatives.
• Contribute to financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making through accurate and timely accounting support.
• Help resolve accounting issues and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Exercise sound judgment and initiative when addressing accounting and reporting matters.
• Participate in departmental and project-level planning activities as needed.
• Work with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Position may occasionally require overtime, weekend work, or limited travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, including GAAP and internal control requirements.
• Ability to prepare and maintain clear, accurate supporting documentation, work papers, and accounting analyses.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to improve accounting and reporting processes.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively across multiple departments.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to build positive working relationships.