Staff Accountant

Xplora Search Group; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Xplora Search Group is seeking a Staff Accountant to support a business unit by recording and reporting financial transactions, performing reconciliations, and supporting the monthly close under U.S. GAAP and SOX.

You will partner with FP&A and other functions on financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls, while identifying process improvements and ensuring accuracy and timely reporting within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of FASB/GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed workpapers, disclosures, and accounting documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to improve accounting and reporting processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with accounting, finance, and operational teams.
• Strong attention to detail and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Analyze financial statements, account activity, and variances; identify trends and potential issues.
• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations while ensuring compliance with SOX control requirements.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current results compared with prior periods.
• Assist with accounting, analysis, and budgeting activities in partnership with FP&A.
• Work closely with operating units and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting questions.
• Partner with internal and external auditors and provide requested documentation and support.
• Assist with special projects and the implementation of changes to FASB/GAAP accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiency.
• Support regulatory compliance and business planning through financial analysis and reporting.
• Prepare accurate and well-documented workpapers, disclosures, and accounting memorandums as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Staff Accountant will support a Business Unit or functional area by recording and reporting financial transactions, performing account reconciliations, supporting the monthly close, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. This role also partners with FP&A and other business functions on financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, internal controls, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Analyze financial statements, account activity, and variances; identify trends and potential issues.
• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations while ensuring compliance with SOX control requirements.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current results compared with prior periods.
• Assist with accounting, analysis, and budgeting activities in partnership with FP&A.
• Work closely with operating units and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting questions.
• Partner with internal and external auditors and provide requested documentation and support.
• Assist with special projects and the implementation of changes to FASB/GAAP accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiency.
• Support regulatory compliance and business planning through financial analysis and reporting.
• Prepare accurate and well-documented workpapers, disclosures, and accounting memorandums as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, FASB/GAAP, and SOX compliance.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed workpapers, disclosures, and accounting documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to improve accounting and reporting processes.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with accounting, finance, and operational teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Role Scope

• Work with limited supervision while exercising independent judgment and initiative.
• Collaborate across accounting, FP&A, and operational teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Participate in departmental planning and special projects.