What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Risus Talent Partners?
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing accounting team at Mac Papers. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience across the full accounting cycle, including month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis.
This role offers broad exposure to multiple areas of accounting and the business, working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, highly organized, and looking to build a strong foundation in accounting while contributing to a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly close process
- Perform account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
- Support preparation of financial statements and reporting packages
- Conduct variance analysis and investigate discrepancies
- Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation
- Partner with internal teams to answer questions related to financial data
- Maintain and improve accounting processes and procedures
- Support ad hoc projects and analysis as needed
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred
- Internship or early experience in accounting or finance
- Interest in pursuing a CPA
- Experience with ERP systems (Infor M3, Sage, or similar a plus)
- Exposure to financial reporting or month-end close processes