Staff Accountant

Madison, Ms.

Full-Time

Area Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support our day-to-day financial operations while also assisting with key HR administrative functions. This role is ideal for someone with strong accounting knowledge who enjoys hands-on bookkeeping and appreciates a diversified role that includes payroll, onboarding, and employee support tasks.

While the title is Staff Accountant, this position functions heavily in a bookkeeping capacity with added responsibility for payroll and HR coordination.

·        Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory

·        Assist in month-end and year-end close processes

·        Maintain financial records in accordance with GAAP

·        Prepare internal financial reports and support external reporting

·        Support audits, tax preparation, and compliance

·        Process and manage payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

·        Maintain employee time tracking and reporting systems

·        Assist with new hire onboarding (documentation, system setup, orientation coordination)

·        Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality

·        Support benefits administration and general HR compliance tasks

·        Act as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll and basic HR matters

·        Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

·        3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience

·        Experience processing payroll and handling employee-related administrative tasks

·        Strong understanding of accounting principles

·        Advanced Excel skills preferred

·        Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

·        Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively

·        Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset

·        Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (i.e. APEX & Vista)

·        Experience supporting HR functions

·        Familiarity with employment compliance and payroll regulations

·        Diverse, hands-on role with exposure to both accounting and HR functions

·        Opportunity to play a key role in daily business operations

·        Collaborative and supportive work environment

·        Stable position with a 5^th generation lead company

Salary range: [$45,000 – $65,000] depending on experience

This role is best suited for an experienced accountant who enjoys owning the details of bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative processes and prefers a hands-on, execution-focused position.