About this position

Staff Accountant
Location: Atlanta, GA,

Employment Type: Hybrid

About Us:
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing company that offers exceptional opportunities for career advancement as we expand from a small to midsize organization.

Summary:
The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining the company’s financial integrity by managing daily cash processes, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting both month-end and year-end closings. This position requires strong technical skills and a focus on accuracy, as well as the ability to improve the efficiency of financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate accounting records and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
Prepare and analyze journal entries, assist in month-end and year-end closings, and manage prepaids and accruals.
Reconcile general ledger data with various sub-ledgers and systems, ensuring accuracy.
Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and cash reports for management as needed.
Work with payment processing to resolve discrepancies and variances.
Support internal control and SOX compliance by adhering to company policies and procedures.
Manage daily cash reconciliations and maintain subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, and resolving discrepancies.
Assist with post-close analysis and research items as instructed.
Support the commercial and lease portfolio, including the management of GAP/Auxiliary prepayments.
Participate in quarterly reporting and assist with compiling PBC schedules.
Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within financial reporting.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience in accounting, payment processing, or a related field.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collect, research, and analyze data effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present data clearly.
- Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in MS Excel; experience with financial systems is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.