Staff Accountant

Ledgent-Finance-; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a meticulous Staff Accountant to join our finance team. You will support monthly closes, prepare journal entries, and help with balance sheet reconciliations while ensuring GAAP compliance.

The role requires 2+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong Excel/ERP skills. You will collaborate across departments and contribute to accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting or related field.
• CPA or CPA eligibility preferred.
• 2+ years accounting experience (public or corporate).
• Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze general ledger accounts for proper classification and reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to improve performance.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable for accurate coding and timely payments.
• Manage full cycle accounting processes and ensure timely recording.
• Support audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.

Skills

Excel pivot tables

Advanced Excel functions

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA eligibility

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: USD65000 - USD70000 per year

Job Title: Staff Accountant
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the company’s accounting operations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a passion for numbers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closes, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure proper classification and reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Perform variance analysis and provide insights to improve financial performance.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate coding, timely payments, and proper expense recognition.
• Manage full cycle accounting processes, ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure timely reporting.
• Support audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required—preferably in Accounting; Finance, Economics, or other business-related fields will also be considered.
• 2+ years of accounting experience (public or corporate).
• CPA or CPA eligibility preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.

Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and advanced functions.
• Proficiency in accounting software (ERP experience a plus).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.