What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at LiveOak Fiber?
We are excited to add this position to our growing team! LiveOak Fiber employees enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as bonus potential. At LiveOak Fiber, you will be part of a team that values your ideas, contributions, and career growth. Our offices are located just minutes from the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida and the gorgeous Golden Isles of Georgia. The following is an overview of the role and what we are looking for in a successful candidate.
Position Overview & Purpose
The Staff Accountant will provide support to the Accounting Department by assisting with daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping with month-end and year-end close processes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Accounting & Reporting
The qualification requirements, physical demands, and work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job successfully.
This job description in no way states or implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities involved in the position. The employee is required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other duties by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This job description in no way states or implies a contract of employment. LiveOak Fiber reserves the right to modify this job description at their discretion at any time and will notify the employee of the change.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties and responsibilities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. At LiveOak Fiber, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LiveOak Fiber is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Our workplace is committed to promoting a safe and healthy environment for all employees. Therefore, we maintain a drug-free workplace policy to ensure the well-being and productivity of our team.
Position Overview & Purpose
The Staff Accountant will provide support to the Accounting Department by assisting with daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping with month-end and year-end close processes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare journal entries and assist with account reconciliations
- Help compile financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
- Process vendor invoices and employee reimbursements
- Post payments and maintain accurate receivables records
- Assist with reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies
- Maintain organized and accurate records of transactions
- Ensure proper coding to accounts and cost centers
- Assist with preparation of 1099s and business license renewals
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Provide documentation and schedules to support audits
- Help with implementing auditor recommendations
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and GAAP
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Netsuite, Tipalti, Concur a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1–3 years of accounting experience (internships or entry-level roles considered)
- Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S
- Experience with ERP or financial systems
- Previous industry experience in telecommunications, technology, or ISP a plus
- Working toward CPA or other relevant certification a plus
- Walking – up to 30%
- Standing – up to 30%
- Reaching – up to 10%
- Lifting and/or bending – up to 10%
- Work environment – indoors
- Able to lift – up to 30 pounds
- Travel: 5%
The qualification requirements, physical demands, and work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job successfully.
This job description in no way states or implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities involved in the position. The employee is required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other duties by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This job description in no way states or implies a contract of employment. LiveOak Fiber reserves the right to modify this job description at their discretion at any time and will notify the employee of the change.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties and responsibilities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. At LiveOak Fiber, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LiveOak Fiber is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Our workplace is committed to promoting a safe and healthy environment for all employees. Therefore, we maintain a drug-free workplace policy to ensure the well-being and productivity of our team.