Staff Accountant
TalentBridge, Charlotte, NC, United States
Location:
Charlotte, NC (Hybrid Schedule)
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Staff Accountant
Position Overview
A growing, multi-location organization is seeking a detail-oriented
Staff Accountant
to join its Finance & Accounting team. This role is responsible for a wide range of general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, expense allocations, and support of the monthly close process.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in accounting principles, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and collaborates effectively across departments to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Month-End Close
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, amortizations, and period-end adjustments
Perform account reconciliations and investigate/resolution of variances
Support monthly close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Assist with budget-to-actual variance analysis for assigned expense categories
Expense Management & Allocations
Manage coding and allocation of corporate credit card transactions
Record recurring journal entries related to expense activity
Allocate IT, procurement, and other shared costs across departments
Review and accrue expenses such as temporary labor and utilities based on cutoff analysis
Accounts Payable Support
Provide backup support for invoice processing during peak periods
Prepare AP subledger reconciliations and aging reports
Record month-end accruals for invoices pending approval or posted outside the period
Prepaids & Inventory Support
Reconcile prepaid expense accounts and prepare amortization schedules
Track and analyze vendor billings to support accruals and expense categorization
Customer Rebates
Compile sales data and calculate monthly rebate accruals
Maintain accurate tracking of rebate liabilities
Audit & Compliance
Assist with external audit requests and documentation
Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
Ad Hoc & Cross-Functional Support
Support special projects, reporting, and process improvements as needed
Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and accuracy
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
REQUIRED
2-4 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Key Competencies
Attention to Detail:
High level of accuracy in financial data and reporting
Critical Thinking:
Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
Collaboration:
Works effectively across teams and departments
Time Management:
Prioritizes workload to meet recurring deadlines
Professional Attributes
Integrity:
Maintains high ethical standards and professionalism
Adaptability:
Comfortable in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Confidentiality:
Handles sensitive financial information with discretion
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Charlotte, NC (Hybrid Schedule)
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Staff Accountant
Position Overview
A growing, multi-location organization is seeking a detail-oriented
Staff Accountant
to join its Finance & Accounting team. This role is responsible for a wide range of general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, expense allocations, and support of the monthly close process.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in accounting principles, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and collaborates effectively across departments to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Month-End Close
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, amortizations, and period-end adjustments
Perform account reconciliations and investigate/resolution of variances
Support monthly close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Assist with budget-to-actual variance analysis for assigned expense categories
Expense Management & Allocations
Manage coding and allocation of corporate credit card transactions
Record recurring journal entries related to expense activity
Allocate IT, procurement, and other shared costs across departments
Review and accrue expenses such as temporary labor and utilities based on cutoff analysis
Accounts Payable Support
Provide backup support for invoice processing during peak periods
Prepare AP subledger reconciliations and aging reports
Record month-end accruals for invoices pending approval or posted outside the period
Prepaids & Inventory Support
Reconcile prepaid expense accounts and prepare amortization schedules
Track and analyze vendor billings to support accruals and expense categorization
Customer Rebates
Compile sales data and calculate monthly rebate accruals
Maintain accurate tracking of rebate liabilities
Audit & Compliance
Assist with external audit requests and documentation
Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
Ad Hoc & Cross-Functional Support
Support special projects, reporting, and process improvements as needed
Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and accuracy
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
REQUIRED
2-4 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Key Competencies
Attention to Detail:
High level of accuracy in financial data and reporting
Critical Thinking:
Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
Collaboration:
Works effectively across teams and departments
Time Management:
Prioritizes workload to meet recurring deadlines
Professional Attributes
Integrity:
Maintains high ethical standards and professionalism
Adaptability:
Comfortable in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Confidentiality:
Handles sensitive financial information with discretion
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