Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

M2 Search Partners; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant who will support the accounting team with daily operations. Responsibilities include handling journal entries, reconciliations, and participation in month-end closed activities. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting and have up to 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university is required.
• Up to 2 years of accounting experience, including internships.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP knowledge preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze balance sheets and income statements.
• Interface with division accountants to understand activity charged to each operation.
• Prepare account analyses and necessary journal entries.
• Create and post journal entries.
• Review bank reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

MBA

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Consulting Recruiter at M2 Search Partners

M2 Search Partners has an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented and motivated Staff Accountant in the Jacksonville, Florida area. This is an early‑career accounting role that offers hands‑on experience in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will support the accounting and finance team with daily operations and contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. The role includes journal entries, reconciliations, month‑end close activities, and other accounting functions. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and eager to expand professional knowledge within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze balance sheets and income statements for a select group of operations
• Interface with division accountants to understand activity charged to each operation
• Prepare account analyses and necessary journal entries to adjust account balances
• Create and post journal entries
• Review bank reconciliations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university (required); MBA preferred
• Up to 2 years of accounting experience (internships acceptable)
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP knowledge preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) and other investment options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Location: Jacksonville, Florida