Staff Accountant
Gateway Group Personnel, Memphis, TN, United States
A rapidly growing and well-established organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This role offers strong exposure to core accounting functions, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, evolving business.
Position Overview
The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting the overall accounting function. This individual will be involved in month‑end close, account reconciliations, and ongoing financial analysis, while also assisting with operational and compliance‑related accounting activities.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and post month‑end journal entries
Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, including detailed analysis during close
Maintain and execute close process controls (journal entries, reconciliations, and review checklists)
Monitor general ledger activity, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Assist with state and local tax filings, licenses, and registrations
Support cash management activities, including transaction research and payment processing
Record and track operational expenses and asset‑related transactions
Assist with lease accounting (ASC 842) and related documentation
Maintain records for fixed assets, intangibles, and related accounts
Support expense reporting and purchasing card processes
Collaborate across the accounting team to ensure efficient workflow and coverage
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
1‑2 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
Team‑oriented with strong communication skills
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Position Overview
The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting the overall accounting function. This individual will be involved in month‑end close, account reconciliations, and ongoing financial analysis, while also assisting with operational and compliance‑related accounting activities.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and post month‑end journal entries
Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, including detailed analysis during close
Maintain and execute close process controls (journal entries, reconciliations, and review checklists)
Monitor general ledger activity, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Assist with state and local tax filings, licenses, and registrations
Support cash management activities, including transaction research and payment processing
Record and track operational expenses and asset‑related transactions
Assist with lease accounting (ASC 842) and related documentation
Maintain records for fixed assets, intangibles, and related accounts
Support expense reporting and purchasing card processes
Collaborate across the accounting team to ensure efficient workflow and coverage
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
1‑2 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
Team‑oriented with strong communication skills
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