What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Alliance HCM?
Bring precision, impact, and purpose to your accounting career at Alliance HCM. This full-time Staff Accountant opportunity is designed for a detail-driven professional who enjoys owning the numbers, strengthening financial processes, and contributing to a growing organization that values accuracy as much as innovation.
This position offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 100% paid health, vision, dental, life, and LTD insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Personal and professional development
- Help build and shape a great tax team
- Entrepreneurial culture
ABOUT THIS STAFF ACCOUNTANT JOB
You manage financial records with consistency and care while ensuring the general ledger remains accurate and compliant. You prepare journal entries, complete month-end and year-end close activities, and reconcile accounts with confidence. You analyze profit and loss statements and balance sheets, providing leadership with clear financial insights. You assist with budgeting and forecasting, compare actuals against expectations, and identify variances. You oversee payroll processing for accuracy and compliance, prepare and submit required tax filings, support audits through clean documentation, strengthen internal controls, collaborate across departments to resolve discrepancies, and stay current on accounting standards and best practices-all while maintaining integrity, precision, and accountability.
Would you excel in this position? Here's what you need:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, preferably in a payroll or finance environment
- Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ADP) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Close attention to detail and accuracy
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial practices
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with team members and clients
- CPA or relevant certifications are a plus
ABOUT US AT ALLIANCE HCM
At Alliance, we're on a mission to be the largest independent human capital management (HCM) company in the U.S.! We empower small to mid-sized businesses with our innovative, cloud-based technology and unique single-database platform for managing payroll, HR, benefits, onboarding, and more. As the second-largest privately held payroll provider in the nation, we're dedicated to delivering top-notch HCM solutions. When you join our dynamic team, you'll find more than just a job; you'll be part of a supportive community that celebrates your success and inspires you to reach new heights. Let's grow together and make a lasting impact!
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