Staff Accountant

Job title: Staff Accountant

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Department: Accounting

Location: Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid)

Grade:  14

About Priority: 

Priority Technology Holdings, Inc. is a leading financial technology company on a mission to deliver a personalized, easy-to-adopt financial toolset that accelerates cash flow and optimizes working capital for businesses. Our vision is to eliminate the barriers to unlocking revenue - empowering businesses to grow faster and operate smarter.

We achieve this through the Priority Commerce Engine, an innovative platform that combines payables, acquiring, and banking and treasury solutions. This unified approach allows businesses to streamline financial operations, reduce unnecessary costs, and uncover new revenue opportunities.

At Priority, we're driven by results. We expect our people to be known for results - bringing expertise, momentum, and relentless focus to every challenge, helping our clients and each other thrive.

About the Role:

The Staff Accountant is a key role within the SMB segment at Priority Payments, reporting to the   Accounting Manager. This position is responsible for calculating and processing commission payments, creating schedules and recording journal entries for month end close, preparing and   review monthly account reconciliations; as well as adhering to and confirming compliance with established internal control requirements.   

Responsibilities: 

• Prepare support schedules and record journal entries.  
• Payment of monthly commissions (residual) files.  
• Manage inventory.  
• Prepare analysis of revenue and expenses for several business units.   
• Prepare Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations and resolve reconciling items timely.  
• Work with SMB department on select projects.  
• Support internal and external audit teams with audit requests.  

What Success Looks Like:

Success in a Staff Accountant role typically means demonstrating strong technical ability, reliability, and growing professional judgment.

• Takes responsibility for assigned accounts, processes, and reports.
• Colleagues trust you to deliver without being reminded.
• Consistently produces error-free financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Meets closing deadlines (month-end, quarter-end, year-end) without last-minute scrambles.
• Maintains well-organized documentation that others can easily follow.
• Uses data to support decision-making within the organization.
• Works effectively with auditors, vendors, and internal teams.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics or related field.   
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ work experience in Finance / Accounting.  
• Knowledge of US GAAP and accounting best practices.   
• Experience using NetSuite, Blackline, a plus.  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on strong Excel skills.

Work Environment & Culture:

We believe that performance and experience go hand in hand - an exceptional employee experience is earned through contribution. We are a results-driven team, grounded in our core values: ownership, authenticity, service, trust, innovation, and camaraderie.

Our culture is built for those who want to make an impact. We challenge each other to grow, celebrate progress, and support one another through shared goals and real connection. Whether you're building technology, serving clients, or supporting internal teams, you’ll be part of a company that empowers you to perform at your best and be known for results.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation range:  $73,000-$91,185
We invest in the whole employee - personally and professionally. Our benefits package is designed to support your well-being, growth, and success - both inside and outside of work.

Financial Wellness

• Bonus programs

• 401(k) match

• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

• HSA and FSA options

• Financial wellness resources and employee discount programs

Health & Well-being

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Mental health support for employees and dependents through Lyra Health

• Family planning and women’s health benefits through Carrot

• Gym membership reimbursement and virtual wellness programs (including yoga)

Time Off

• 3 weeks PTO to start, with unlimited PTO after year one

Growth & Development

• Education expense reimbursement

• Leadership development programs

• Certified Payments Professional (CPP) certification support

We believe great performance starts with feeling supported - and we’ve built our benefits with that in mind.

 Traditional Physical Requirements:

• Requires prolonged sitting, standing, bending, stooping and stretching.

• Requires the ability to lift 10 pounds.

• Requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity and a normal range of hearing and vision (with or without correction).

Join our team at Priority Technology Holdings, Inc. and be part of a dynamic and innovative company that is transforming the financial technology landscape. Together, we can shape the future of payments and banking solutions while providing unmatched value to our clients.