Staff Accountant

Latitude Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Latitude Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to maintain financial records, manage A/P and A/R, process payroll, and support month-end close.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and 4+ years of experience with general ledger, financial reporting, and proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, and Excel; strong organization and deadline skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, and bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, reconcile, and balance all general ledger accounts.
• Manage accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R), including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Process payroll and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Record daily financial transactions and maintain complete posting records.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and support the month-end close process.
• Assist with annual budgeting, year-end reporting, and tax preparation.
• Support administrative and operational tasks such as purchasing and inventory audits as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Financial reporting

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, processing payroll, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a solid understanding of general ledger accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, reconcile, and balance all general ledger accounts.
• Manage accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R), including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Process payroll and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Record daily financial transactions and maintain complete posting records.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and support the month-end close process.
• Assist with annual budgeting , year-end reporting , and tax preparation.
• Support administrative and operational tasks such as purchasing and inventory audits as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, and bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.