Staff Accountant

Ledgent; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A finance and accounting firm is seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant in New Hampshire. This entry-level contract position involves managing full-cycle accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will possess an Accounting or Finance Degree and relevant skills such as accounts payable and payroll processing. This role offers a competitive wage ranging from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, Monday through Friday during first shift.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure timely month-end and year-end close.
• Assist with financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide accurate financial information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.

Skills

AP

AR

cash reconciliations

payroll journal entries

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Accounting or Finance Degree

Job description

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Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Ledgent

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is working with a client who is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team in New Hampshire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage full-cycle accounting functions and contribute to the financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure timely month-end and year-end close.
• Assist with financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide accurate financial information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.

Qualifications

• Accounting or Finance Degree required.

Required Work Hours

Monday through Friday, first shift.

Benefits

Details about specific benefits offered for this position will be provided during the interview process.

Additional Details

The salary range for this position is between $25.00 and $30.00 per hour.

Desired Skills and Experience

AP, AR, cash reconciliations, payroll journal entries, month end close. MS Excel and ERP systems skills experience required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing