Staff Accountant

Davis Talent Search (Payments, Wealth Management, Fintech, Crypto Jobs); Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Davis Talent Search is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team in Scottsdale. You’ll assist with data entry, reconciliations, and month-end close while learning from the Controller in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time, U.S.-based role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and ability to handle multiple tasks. Prior internships or school projects count toward experience; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or in final year of completing degree).
• 0-3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships, part-time roles, or school projects count!).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables).
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software - a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to take on new challenges.
• This is a full-time, W2 role based in the U.S.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Candidates must be local to the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. Relocation is not an option.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting tasks such as data entry and transaction processing.
• Help with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of financial transactions.
• Contribute to audit preparation by organizing supporting documentation.
• Help maintain internal control procedures and accounting documentation.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Controller and accounting team.
• Participate in team projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Final year student

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

• Medical, Dental, Vision health insurance.
• 401k.
• Discretionary Bonus.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to launch an accounting career in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

In this role, you will assist with a variety of accounting tasks including data entry, reconciliation, and supporting the month-end close. You will work directly with the Controller and other team members to learn and grow in a collaborative and supportive setting. If you're passionate about numbers, accuracy, and learning the foundations of corporate accounting, this is the role for you.

The Company

A wealth management technology platform that is in the process of scaling rapidly. We partner with Financial Advisors, Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firms, and Broker-Dealer (BD) firms to provide innovative technology solutions for the wealth management space. Our mission is to empower financial services firms, advisors and their clients with cutting-edge technology and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting tasks such as data entry and transaction processing.
• Help with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of financial transactions.
• Contribute to audit preparation by organizing supporting documentation.
• Help maintain internal control procedures and accounting documentation.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Controller and accounting team.
• Participate in team projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications, skills, and experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or in final year of completing degree).
• 0-3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships, part-time roles, or school projects count!).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables).
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software - a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to take on new challenges.
• This is a full-time, W2 role based in the U.S.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Candidates must be local to the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. Relocation is not an option.