Staff Accountant I & II
The Staff Accountant I & II at Confidential Client is responsible for managing comprehensive accounting functions including expense ledger review, monthly closing, fixed asset and prepaid expense schedules, journal entries, and financial reporting. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex accounting information effectively, supporting the company's financial integrity and operational goals within a collaborative team environment.
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Overview
Confidential Client (Accounting & Finance) is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant I & II to join their finance team in Duluth, GA. This role supports month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset and prepaid schedules, financial reporting, and other accounting operations. The role is based in Duluth, GA and offers a base salary range of $54,500–$64,500 per year.
What You’ll Do
- Review and confirm expense ledgers and prepare monthly closing schedules
- Prepare and process journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end close
- Manage employee expense reimbursements and company credit card reconciliations
- Review fixed asset schedules and monthly depreciation expense
- Review prepaid expense schedules and monthly expense recognition
- Analyze financial information and prepare balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other reports
- Assist in preparation of annual financial statements and internal quarterly financials
- Support audit requests by preparing documentation and responses
- Conduct special projects and complete additional duties assigned by the supervisor
- Promote and enforce proper accounting practices across the department and company
- Collaborate with other departments to provide accounting guidance and ensure accurate financial treatment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required
- 0–3 years of accounting experience; relevant internships or entry-level experience considered
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, controls, and month-end close processes
- Strong analytical skills; ability to research, evaluate problems, and recommend solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical accounting topics to non-technical stakeholders
- Bilingual in Korean and English is desired but not required
- Multi-state tax experience is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
- CPA or EA preferred but not required
- Ability to work both independently and in teams
Compensation & Location
- Base salary range: $54,500 - $64,500 per year (actual salary depends on experience, qualifications, and skills)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Work location: Duluth, GA (Confidential Client office address: 3235 Satellite Blvd., Bldg. 400, Ste #675, Duluth, GA 30096)
Benefits (Full-Time ONLY)
- Health, Dental, and Vision PPO insurance
- Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off plus additional paid leave (bereavement, wedding, birth of a child, etc.)
- Years-of-service awards
- Education assistance program (based on eligibility)
Notes & Legal
Careertakes posts this role on behalf of a Confidential Client. Local, state, and federal employment laws apply. The posted salary range is provided by the employer and reflects the expected range for this location and role. If you are a California resident, California law may provide additional rights regarding our use of your personal information.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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