Staff Accountant: Growth & Financial Close Specialist

Forshaw Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Forshaw Inc. seeks a proactive Staff Accountant in its Charlotte, NC office. You will support month-end close, prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and assist with financial reporting and internal controls. The role offers growth within a collaborative finance team and exposure to Dynamics 365 ERP.

The ideal candidate has an accounting degree, 1–3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree required.
• Be a self-starter, professional, and reliable.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and demonstrate accountability for results.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Approach challenges with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Prioritize and manage time effectively with attention to deadlines.
• Be highly accurate and attentive to detail.
• Display a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn new processes and concepts.
• Have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, across the organization.
• Build positive working relationships with team members and business partners.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, record, and maintain journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support the finance team.
• Support year-end audit activities and respond to auditor requests as assigned.
• Assist with sales tax and other tax-related reporting requirements.
• Maintain compliance with established accounting policies and internal controls.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and departmental projects.
• Collaborate with operational departments to ensure accurate accounting for business transactions.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Strong work ethic

Communication

Team collaboration

Accountability

Problem solving

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Integrity

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Forshaw Inc. seeks a proactive Staff Accountant in its Charlotte, NC office. You will support month-end close, prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and assist with financial reporting and internal controls. The role offers growth within a collaborative finance team and exposure to Dynamics 365 ERP.

The ideal candidate has an accounting degree, 1–3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and deadlines.