Staff Accountant - Remote-First, GAAP & Month-End Close

RethinkFirst; Maryland; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, & vision benefits

Flexible paid time off

11 paid company holidays

401k + matching

Parental leave

Job summary

RethinkFirst is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting and finance team, reporting to the Controller. This role will perform day-to-day accounting activities, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close with balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.

Remote-first position open to candidates nationwide, including the MD area, offering health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Preferred undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, with 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (ability to create pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions)
• Experience with ERP system like Sage Intacct preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication (verbal and written), organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently on deliverables to achieve accurate results.
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands and maintain excellent communication regarding deliverables.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with members of the senior management team and others within the Company

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities, including bank reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Assist the month-end close process, including balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Ensure deadlines are met for financial reporting and management review.
• Support external auditors by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and GAAP standards

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

RethinkFirst is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting and finance team, reporting to the Controller. This role will perform day-to-day accounting activities, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close with balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.

Remote-first position open to candidates nationwide, including the MD area, offering health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off as part of a comprehensive benefits package.