Staff Accountant

Accounting Firm; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Firm in Virginia is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our growing team. The role focuses on accurate financial record-keeping, payroll processing, and tax preparation for individuals and businesses.

Ideal candidate has degree in accounting, experience with QuickBooks, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a client-service environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred).
• Experience in accounting or bookkeeping required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (Desktop and/or online) is required.
• Payroll and tax preparation experience is a plus.
• Strong computer, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records.
• Perform bookkeeping using QuickBooks (Desktop and/or online).
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Process payroll and payroll tax filings.
• Prepare sales tax returns.
• Assist with preparation of individual and business tax returns.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding accounting and tax matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Staff Accountant to join our growing team. This position is ideal for someone with strong accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain financial records.
• Perform bookkeeping using QuickBooks (Desktop and/or online).
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Process payroll and payroll tax filings.
• Prepare sales tax returns.
• Assist with the preparation of individual and business tax returns.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding accounting and tax matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred).
• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (Desktop and/or online) is required.
• Experience with payroll and tax preparation is a plus.
• Strong computer, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.