Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the organization’s financial health by managing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and supporting various financial processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong technical accounting skills, and possess a passion for accuracy and integrity. As a key player in our accounting operations, you will help maintain the accuracy of our financial records, assist with audits, and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and record journal entries, including complex transactions involving debits & credits, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis to verify the integrity of financial data across general ledger accounts.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes using financial software such as QuickBooks.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including ledger review and financial statement preparation.
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions, ensuring proper documentation and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Utilize Excel data analysis skills to interpret financial data, prepare reports, and identify discrepancies or trends for management review.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience working with various accounting systems.
- Strong technical accounting skills including journal entries, account reconciliation, balance sheet management, and general ledger maintenance.
- Familiarity with payroll management systems like Paychex or UltiPro is preferred; experience with payroll processing is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent numeracy skills combined with attention to detail for accurate data entry and account analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite—particularly Excel—for data analysis and reporting purposes.
- Ability to communicate effectively within teams and provide excellent customer service when interacting with internal stakeholders or external auditors.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nashville, TN 37203
