Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Montgomery, AL

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the accounting team of an established company in Montgomery, Alabama. This individual will support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and the monthly close process, helping ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting principles, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with department leaders to maintain accurate financial records. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to expand their experience in financial reporting, account reconciliation, and general accounting within a professional business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assist with the preparation, review, and distribution of monthly financial statements and supporting reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly closing process, meeting established deadlines.
• General Accounting: Maintain accurate financial records and assist with recording and reviewing accounting transactions in accordance with established procedures and accounting principles.
• Account Reconciliation: Review general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and assist with resolving variances to ensure financial data is accurate.
• Departmental Collaboration: Work with department heads and internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify variances, and support accurate reporting of financial activity.
• Financial Analysis: Review financial data for inconsistencies, identify unusual fluctuations, and assist with explaining differences between reported figures and supporting documentation.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain organized accounting records, schedules, and supporting documentation to facilitate reporting, internal review, and audit requests.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, organization, and efficiency of accounting processes and reporting procedures.
• Accounting Support: Provide assistance with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed by the accounting team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience.
• Approximately 1-2 years of accounting experience, including internships or relevant entry-level experience.
• Working knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial data.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, or month-end close activities.
• Familiarity with accounting software or enterprise financial systems.
• Experience preparing financial reports and maintaining supporting schedules.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to continue developing their accounting skills. They take ownership of their work, are comfortable working with financial data, and can identify discrepancies while maintaining a high level of accuracy. They also enjoy collaborating with colleagues across departments and contributing to a reliable, efficient accounting function.