Top 29 Staff accountant Jobs in Starkville Ms

Accountant
Mississippi University for Women —Columbus, MS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Research
- Finance
Foundation Staff Accountant
Mississippi University for Women —Columbus, MS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
Staff Accountant
Dutch Oil Company —Columbus, MS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Continuous improvement
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Staff Accountant
ECON Construction —Starkville, MS
- $35,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Accounting Supervisor
Steel Dynamics, Inc. —Columbus, MS
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
Cost Accountant (SG 23)
PACCAR —Columbus, MS
- CPA
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Accountant
City of West Point Water and Light Department —West Point, MS
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Tax Research Specialist
CSC (Corporation Service Company) —United States
- Full-time
- Remote
- Computer science
- Azure
- CPA

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We're hiring a Staff Accountant to own the general ledger and drive the monthly close — not a data-entry role, and not a Controller position.
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CFS —Columbus, OH
Perform daily bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of cash activity. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable online payments.

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Accountant

Mississippi University for Women -
Columbus, MS

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Record keeping
Confidential information handling
Spreadsheets
Research
Bachelor's degree
GAAP
Productivity software
Quality data entry
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

Essential Duties

Prepare and process journal entries and journal vouchers.
Review and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
Analyze accounting transactions and resolve discrepancies.
Provide accounting support and guidance to departments.
Review Banner system transactions to ensure proper accounting codes and compliance.
Research accounting issues and prepare correcting journal entries as needed.
Analyze revenues and expenditures for accuracy and completeness.
Perform account reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules.
Assist with monthly financial closing procedures.
Prepare financial reports, special reports and analyses as requested.
Maintain documentation supporting accounting transactions and reconciliations.
Assist with year-end closing activities, including accrual entries.
Support internal and external audit processes by preparing requested documentation and schedules.
Participate in special projects and Banner system initiatives.
Provide backup support for accounting functions, including cashier and accounts payable.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses requested by management.
Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience
Governmental or higher education accounting experience preferred

Other Skills, Qualifications and Abilities:

Knowledge of GAAP
Ability to analyze end reconcile financial information
Strong organization and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills
Attention to detail, strong accuracy in data entry, record-keeping, and financial reconciliation
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred:
Experience with Ellucian Banner Finance
Knowledge of GASB standards
Experience with financial statement preparation
Experience with governmental accounting

Job Description Summary

Performs professional accounting duties related to the recording, reconciliation, analysis, and reporting of University financial transactions. Prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, governmental accounting standards, and University policies. Assists with year-end closing, audit preparation, financial statement support, and special projects. Provides accounting guidance and support to University departments.

Hours of Availability Background Check Statement

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. However, failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate.

Requisition Detail Information

Requisition Number

FY20774NF

Open Date

08/03/2026

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