Staff Accountant

Lectra; Smyrna (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lectra in Smyrna, GA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the monthly close, maintain general ledger accuracy, and prepare reconciliations. The role partners with operations and sales teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, and strong Excel and ERP skills. This hybrid position requires three days in our Smyrna, GA office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/SunSystems).
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly close and general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare reconciliations and journal entries.
• Manage fixed assets and depreciation.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support tax compliance and audits.
• Identify process improvements and ERP automation.
• Collaborate with operations and management.

Skills

Pivot Tables

XLOOKUP

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

SunSystems

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the monthly close process, maintaining the accuracy of general ledger accounts, preparing reconciliations, managing fixed assets, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, supporting tax compliance activities, and ensuring compliance with company policies and U.S. GAAP. The position partners with operations, sales, and management teams to provide accurate financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and reclassifications
• Perform bank reconciliations and cash account analysis
• Manage fixed asset additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities and meet established closing deadlines
• Prepare financial analyses and variance reporting for operating expenses, travel expenses, and marketing expenditures
• Assist in annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns and support other state and local tax compliance requirements
• Perform intercompany account reconciliations and resolve discrepanciesSupport external audits, internal audits, and statutory reporting requirements
• Prepare schedules and documentation for financial statement reviews and audits
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support automation initiatives within ERP systems
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned

Qualifications

Profile description:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred
• Some understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, SunSystems, or similar platforms
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and data analysis
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively cross‑ …..
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Experience

• Fixed asset accounting and depreciation management
• Bank reconciliations
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Multi-entity or multinational accounting environment

Note: this is a hybrid position with 3 days in our Smyrna, GA office. We will consider local candidates only please.

Lectra is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy to foster a workforce that accepts and respects differences. We provide equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, language, religion, age, sex, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, ancestry, citizenship, or political opinion.