Staff Accountant

Pivotal Solutions; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivotal Solutions is seeking a meticulous Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Columbus, United States. The role focuses on preparing financial statements, maintaining financial reports, and ensuring regulatory compliance with GAAP and standards.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency with major accounting software (QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP). CPA is a plus and experience with tax filings is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 1–3 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP).
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, ledgers, and statements.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts.
• Process accounts payable, manage invoices, and handle outgoing bills and invoices.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Assist with tax return preparation and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax requirements and filings.
• Provide assistance during internal or external audits by producing requested documents.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

QuickBooks

Oracle

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Columbus, United States | Posted on 09/08/2026

We are in search of a meticulous and dedicated Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of financial statements, maintaining financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations and standards. They should be analytical, detail-oriented, and possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Data Management: Prepare and maintain financial records, ledgers, and statements.
• Reconciliation: Conduct monthly reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process accounts payable, manage invoices, and handle outgoing bills and invoices. Track and resolve outstanding payment issues.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Tax Compliance: Assist with tax return preparation and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax requirements and filings.
• Audit Support: Provide assistance during internal or external audits by producing requested documents and providing explanations.
• Budgeting: Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• General Ledger: Post transactions and categorize records in the general ledger.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
• Compliance: Stay updated with industry trends and changes in regulations, ensuring compliance in all accounting practices.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 1-3 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP).
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Experience in a public accounting firm.
• Familiarity with tax preparation software.