About the Opportunity:
A well-established organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing finance team. This role plays a key part in the monthly close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and continuous process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in GAAP, advanced Excel skills, and a proactive approach to improving accounting operations through automation and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses as part of the month-end close process.
Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and in accordance with GAAP.Support the completion of a timely and efficient monthly close process.
Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, improve efficiencies, and reduce manual tasks.
Collaborate with FP&A, Operations, HR, IT, and other business partners to support financial reporting and operational initiatives.
Assist with documentation and analysis supporting internal and external audits.
Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting.
Analyze financial data, summarize key findings, and provide meaningful insights to stakeholders.
Support automation initiatives and help streamline accounting processes.
Participate in special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
MBA, Master’s in Accounting, or CPA designation preferred.4-6+ years of accounting experience.
Public accounting experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Experience with Oracle Cloud or comparable ERP/accounting systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical and data management skills, including experience working with large data sets.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements and automation solutions.
Preferred ExperienceCPA designation.
Public accounting background.
Experience with ADP General Ledger and reporting.
Experience supporting audit requests and regulatory reporting requirements.
What We're Looking For:
Detail-oriented and highly organized professional.
Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Passion for continuous improvement and process optimization.