Staff Accountant - Remote
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Start free — we apply for you →- Our US client is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join their remote finance team. The role involves multi-company general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, cash application, and financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day general ledger transactions across multiple companies in QuickBooks
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, reclassifications, and intercompany transactions
- Apply customer payments and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and deposit variances
- Perform monthly bank, credit card, clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support month-end close and ensure all tasks are completed accurately and on time
- Prepare balance sheets, Profit & Loss statements, variance analysis, and supporting financial schedules
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
- Assist with audits, reporting, and other accounting requirements as directed by the CFO
- Identify accounting errors, control gaps, and process improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent practical experience
- 2–4 years of full-cycle general ledger accounting experience
- Strong hands-on QuickBooks experience, preferably in a multi-company environment
- Working knowledge of US GAAP, accrual accounting, and account reconciliations
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet month-end deadlines
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Experience with deferred revenue, BILL, or external audits is an advantage
- Must be willing to work US hours