Staff Accountant, Accounting Operations
The Staff Accountant at Confidential Client manages the full accounts payable cycle, supports month-end close activities, and contributes to budgeting and forecasting processes within a publicly traded company. This role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and process improvements leveraging technology, offering growth opportunities toward senior accounting responsibilities in a hybrid work environment.
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Overview
We are sourcing a Staff Accountant — Accounting Operations for a confidential client in the Accounting & Finance industry. This full-time, hybrid role supports accounts payable, month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting/forecasting, and SOX-ready controls. Entry-level candidates with accounting internships or some hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounts payable lifecycle: vendor onboarding, invoice coding and approvals, scheduled payment runs, and vendor inquiries.
- Maintain and protect the vendor master file, including verification of bank detail changes to prevent fraud.
- Monitor AP aging and cash needs; prepare annual Form 1099s.
- Complete assigned month-end close tasks (accruals, prepaid amortization, recurring journals) in NetSuite or similar ERP.
- Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly and promptly resolve reconciling items.
- Prepare clear variance analysis and explanations for assigned accounts and expense lines.
- Support annual budgets and periodic forecasts in NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (or similar), including loading/validating actuals and maintaining mappings.
- Produce monthly budget-to-actual reports, spend analysis, and contribute to cost-savings initiatives.
- Perform assigned SOX internal controls and maintain audit-ready documentation; prepare schedules for quarterly reviews and annual audit support.
- Identify manual, repetitive tasks and recommend automation/AI-enabled improvements while ensuring data security and accuracy.
- Assist with system enhancements and special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or Finance with substantial accounting coursework).
- Some accounting experience — internships or entry-level roles encouraged.
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP (accrual accounting).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables) and comfort with Microsoft 365.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently in a hybrid environment.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and clear written/verbal communication.
Preferred
- Experience with NetSuite and/or NetSuite Planning & Budgeting.
- Experience at an SEC-reporting company, public accounting, or working with SOX controls.
- Background in digital advertising or technology industries.
Compensation & Schedule
- Estimated base (as listed in source): $73,228 per year (estimated).
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Work model: Hybrid (remote-friendly / TELECOMMUTE options available).
Growth Path & Benefits
- Clear progression toward Junior and/or Senior Accountant roles with increasing ownership of reporting, planning, and audit preparation.
- Competitive health benefits (medical, vision, dental with subsidies).
- Open paid vacation and paid holidays.
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match.
- Hybrid in-office and remote work flexibility.
What We're Looking For
- Reliable, systems-oriented accountants who are comfortable working with ERP data and can drive accurate monthly closes.
- Candidates who proactively improve processes, embrace automation, and maintain strong internal controls.
- Team players who can communicate clearly with finance partners and external vendors.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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