Staff Accountant - Growth-Centric Role, Onsite

ZipApply; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipApply in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting team with core functions including month-end close, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.

The role offers a clear path to growth into a Senior Accountant position within a collaborative, office-based environment that values accuracy, efficiency, and professional development.

ZipApply fosters a team-oriented culture with mentoring and opportunities to expand responsibilities as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• One to three years of accounting experience preferred, but motivated recent graduates with strong internships or relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• A desire to learn, grow, and advance into a Senior Accountant position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Assist with the month-end close process.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support financial reporting and other recurring accounting activities.
• Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial information.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.

Skills

Journal entries

Month-end close

General ledger

Reconciliations

Financial reporting

Audits

Excel

ERP software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Job description

ZipApply in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting team with core functions including month-end close, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.

The role offers a clear path to growth into a Senior Accountant position within a collaborative, office-based environment that values accuracy, efficiency, and professional development.

ZipApply fosters a team-oriented culture with mentoring and opportunities to expand responsibilities as the company scales.