Staff Accountant | Jackson

deploy; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPLOY's client in Jackson, MS seeks a Staff Accountant to support the accounting management team with journal entries, financial systems, and month-end close processes in an in-office role. The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 1–2 years of general ledger experience, with strong GAAP knowledge and attention to detail.

You will work with Microsoft Dynamics SL, FYISoft, and Altec DocLink, preparing financial statements and assisting with tax schedules, audits, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with accounting experience.
• 1–2 years of general ledger accounting experience required.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledgers in Microsoft Dynamics SL and assist in billing.
• Prepare financial statements using FYISoft.
• Reconcile monthly balance sheets and perform analyses.
• Assist with tax return schedules and depreciation where applicable.
• Prepare cash flow supporting schedules and regulatory filings.
• Support external auditors and month-end close activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in related field with accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics SL

FYISoft

Altec DocLink

Job description

DEPLOY has been retained by a leading Mississippi telecommunications company with over 100 years of service throughout the Southeast. DEPLOY is seeking a Staff Accountant for an in-office role in Jackson, MS.

BASIC POSITION SUMMARY

The overall purpose of this position is to support the accounting management team across various accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. The Staff Accountant handles day-to-day finance and accounting operations—including journal entries, financial technology systems, and administrative functions—and ensures all financial analyses are reconciled and reported accurately and on time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential job functions and duties described below represent core responsibilities, but additional duties may be assigned as needed.

• Preparation of general ledgers in Microsoft Dynamics SL, including accounts payable coding in Altec DocLink and billing assistance.
• Preparation of financial statements using FYISoft.
• Preparation of monthly financial analyses and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules and information required for tax return filings (including book and tax depreciation, if applicable).
• Preparation of cash flow supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of various federal and state regulatory filings.
• Assist in the preparation of subsidiary and consolidated annual financial statements with footnotes.
• Ensure accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions are properly recorded.
• Perform timely, accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain compliance across all finance and accounting operations with GAAP and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Perform fiscal year-end close activities and support external auditors.
• Participate in and lead cross-training initiatives as identified.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform other regulatory reporting, projects, or accounting duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Location: Jackson, MS (In-Office)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field combined with direct accounting experience.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of general ledger accounting experience required.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics SL, FYISoft, or Altec DocLink is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of GAAP, accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• High level of accuracy and precise attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

DEPLOY's client is an established, innovative communications leader with a vision of connecting customers to the world and strengthening the communities it serves. As a family-owned and operated business with over 100 years of service, they deeply value team member success and personal career growth.