Staff Accountant, Finanical Reporting

Elliot Services; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Elliot Services is seeking a Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting, based in Lexington, Kentucky. This entry-level position will assist with monthly close activities, prepare account reconciliations, and support GAAP-based financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and possesses a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Join us to help maintain the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting processes and grow your finance career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of accounting experience, including internships or co-op experience.
• Basic understanding of financial accounting principles and GAAP.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities, including preparing journal entries.
• Support the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Snapshot

The Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting, to support the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the company’s financial reporting processes.

This entry-level role supports monthly close activities, prepares account reconciliations, and assists with GAAP-based financial reporting while gaining hands‑on experience in corporate accounting, internal controls, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, eager to learn, and motivated to build a strong foundation in financial reporting.

Overview

The Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting, plays an important role in supporting the company’s financial close and reporting cycle. This position works closely with accounting leadership and cross‑functional partners to assist with general ledger activity, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. The role provides exposure to GAAP compliance, financial analysis, and external audit coordination, offering growth opportunities for developing accounting professionals.

A Day in the Life

• Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities, including preparing journal entries and supporting schedules
• Support the preparation of GAAP‑compliant financial statements and internal reporting packages
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting documentation
• Assist with variance analysis and investigation of reconciling items
• Help maintain the general ledger by ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely
• Compile financial data for management and internal reporting needs
• Support external audit requests by gathering documentation and preparing schedulesMaintain organized records to support financial reporting and audit requirements
• Collaborate with internal departments to obtain accurate financial information
• Assist with improving accounting and reporting processes as experience grows
• Perform other accounting and financial reporting duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• 0–2 years of accounting experience, including internships or co‑op experience
• Basic understanding of financial accounting principles and GAAP
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Benefits & Culture

Our success is based on our customers’ confidence in us, our people's loyalty, hard work, and performance, and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people to be treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance with additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Paid Vacation

Salary Range

$60,000-$80,000/Year

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.