Staff Accountant

Less Back Office; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accounting and bookkeeping firm in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Accountant to join their team. This full-time role focuses on high-quality accounting services, including daily accounts payable, payroll, and month-end closing. The ideal candidate holds a degree in accounting and has two years' experience using QuickBooks. Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. This firm offers a casual, low-stress work environment that emphasizes skill development and team advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years performing full‑charge bookkeeping required.
• 2+ years using QuickBooks necessary.
• Confident in one’s abilities and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Daily accounts payable and receivable for multiple clients.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions.
• Lead client calls to provide high quality customer service.

Skills

Full‑charge bookkeeping

Client communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

QuickBooks

Education

Four‑year degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Accountant

Our company is currently seeking an Accountant to join our team. We are a growing accounting and bookkeeping firm with a casual low‑stress work environment focused on accounting craftsmanship, skill development and team advancement.

The accounting industry is going through tremendous change and automation. Our growth is being driven by unique product offerings, automation and customized delivery methods. Don’t let your accounting and technology skills atrophy. Come be a part of our team, stay on top of accounting technology and get more done while doing less!

Your Role

The Accountant’s responsibilities include A/P, A/R, payroll and month‑end closing processes, as well as other accounting related functions as requested by client. The successful candidate will be able to prioritize and manage multiple client needs while maintaining a high level of accounting services and professionalism. Must be comfortable with communicating with clients, both on the phone and webcam, while placing a high emphasis on client service.

Responsibilities

• Daily accounts payable, accounts receivable/invoicing and banking for multiple clients, as required
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of daily transactions
• Posting of journal entries to balance sheet and income statement based upon predetermined methods and routines
• Update balance sheet accounts, including weekly and monthly reconciliations
• Conduct daily posting and/or downloads for bank accounts/credit cards, as required
• Process client payroll with a 3rd‑party vendor
• Use and monitor 3rd‑party fintech applications
• Review and process sales and use tax, as required
• Reconcile quarterly payroll filings with the general ledger
• Review and manage month‑end close process
• Occasional special projects as requested
• Lead client calls to provide high emphasis on customer service
• Support budget and forecasting activities
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Four‑year degree in accounting or finance
• 3+ years performing full‑charge bookkeeping
• 2+ years using QuickBooks

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to interact with various levels of management, staff and clients
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Working knowledge of prepaids, accruals and inventory
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple clients simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong work ethic
• Must be decisive and work well under pressure
• Confident in one’s abilities and able to work independently, with minimal direction

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing