Staff Accountant

Sunstates Security; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunstates Security is seeking a Staff Accountant for our Raleigh, NC headquarters. This in‑office role offers hybrid flexibility based on business needs, supporting general ledger accounting and month‑end close processes. The ideal candidate has a solid GAAP background and strong Excel skills.

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to process improvements while advancing within a growing national security firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and large data set analysis.
• Experience with ERP accounting systems; WinTeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries and other GL adjustments.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with revenue and expense accruals and variances analysis.
• Prepare schedules for external audits and tax filings.
• Support accounting for leases, fixed assets, prepaids, commissions, and related areas.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems (WinTeam)

Job description

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.

We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programs. Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands‑on management support necessary for long‑term success.

Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Forbes Dream Employer, an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition. We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and have opportunities to advance your professional career.

Sunstates Security is hiring an Staff Accountant to be based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, NC. The Staff Accountant supports the Company's financial accounting and reporting function through preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, financial schedules, and other month-end close activities. This position works closely with the Manager to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and financial statements. The Staff Accountant is expected to investigate variances, resolve discrepancies, maintain supporting documentation, and identify opportunities to strengthen and streamline accounting processes.

This position is based at Sunstates Security's Raleigh corporate headquarters and is primarily an in‑office role, with hybrid flexibility based on business needs and successful integration into the role.

This position offers a salary of $80,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including a performance‑based bonus, 401 (k) with company match, full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, tuition assistance, and more.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, allocations, and other general ledger adjustments.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes in accordance with established deadlines.
• Prepare and maintain schedules supporting prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Perform bank and other cash account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with revenue and expense accruals, including analysis of activity across accounting periods.
• Review general ledger activity for unusual transactions, coding errors, missing accruals, and other exceptions.
• Assist with monthly profit and loss and balance sheet analysis and investigate significant or unusual variances.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for external audits, tax filings, and other financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with sales and use tax reporting and other recurring accounting compliance activities.
• Support accounting for leases, fixed assets, prepaids, commissions, and other recurring or specialized accounting areas as assigned.
• Partner with Accounting Operations to research and resolve items affecting the general ledger while maintaining clear ownership between transactional processing and financial accounting.
• Maintain organized supporting documentation and contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, reduce manual work, and improve the timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Assist the Manager with special projects, financial analysis, and other accounting initiatives as needed.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success in this role requires strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills. The successful candidate will be expected not only to prepare accounting schedules and reconciliations, but also to understand the underlying activity, investigate unusual items, identify trends and exceptions, and clearly communicate findings to management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS DESIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Accounting degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month‑end close responsibilities.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations and participating in month‑end close.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to research discrepancies through resolution.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience working with large data sets, lookups, pivot tables, and formulas.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems required; experience with WinTeam or other high‑volume or multi‑entity systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage recurring deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across Accounting, Finance, and Operations.
• Experience with process improvement, automation, or accounting/reporting tools is a plus.

Sunstates Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.