What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at ShipNetwork?
About Us
We are a national third-party logistics (3PL) fulfillment company headquartered in Las Vegas with a remote-first, collaborative culture. We combine the pace and problem-solving mindset of a growing business with a strong emphasis on accountability, trust, and doing things the right way.
Our culture values ownership over hand-holding, continuous improvement over “that’s how it’s always been done and clear communication. People here are encouraged to ask questions, raise issues early, and help improve how work gets done — not just complete tasks.
The Finance team plays an active role across the organization, partnering closely with operations, technology, and leadership. We invest in people who want to grow, take responsibility, and build durable processes that support the business and each other.
Accounting accuracy, discipline, and strong processes are critical in this environment. The Finance team plays a central role in supporting growth, improving visibility, and ensuring financial data flows cleanly from operations to leadership. We are continuing to invest in people, systems, and processes as the business evolves.
Why This Role Matters
The Staff Accountant plays a core role in executing a clean, accurate, and timely month-end close. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with detailed data, understanding how transactions flow through the business, and taking ownership of their accounts.
You’ll work closely with the Assistant Controller and broader accounting team, contributing directly to financial reporting and building the technical foundation required for future growth into senior accounting roles.
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What You’ll Do
Month-End Close & General Ledger
· Execute timely and accurate month-end close procedures in coordination with the accounting team
· Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support and documentation
· Perform detailed and complex reconciliations across high-volume operational accounts and key balance sheet areas
· Build and maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting Excel workbooks from scratch
· Ensure proper accruals, classifications, and cutoff in accordance with GAAP
· Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts including fixed assets, depreciation, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts
Analysis & Reporting Support
· Analyze large and complex data sets to identify trends, discrepancies, and operational drivers impacting financial results
· Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather required information and meet close deadlines
· Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reporting
Controls, Compliance & Team Support
· Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and clearly track assigned responsibilities
· Assist with audits, business licenses, tax filings, and other compliance-related accounting needs
· Provide backup support across AR, AP, cash, and other transactional accounting functions as assigned
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What Success Looks Like
· Month-end close tasks are completed accurately and on time
· Reconciliations are clean, well-supported, and easy to review
· Issues are identified early and communicated clearly
· You build trust through accuracy, follow-through, and ownership
· Your technical skills and scope continue to grow over time
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Qualifications
Required
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
· 2–4 years of general ledger accounting experience
· Experience participating in month-end close
· Solid understanding of GAAP and accrual accounting
· Strong Excel skills, including building complex workbooks and reconciliation schedules independently
· Experience reconciling general ledger and balance sheet accounts
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate timelines, and follow up effectively
· Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
· High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
· Experience working with accounting or ERP systems
Preferred
· Experience working with large operational or transactional data sets
· Exposure to margin or cost analysis
· Experience supporting audits or compliance filings
· Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or Microsoft Dynamics F&O
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How You Work
· You take ownership of your work and follow through
· You raise issues early and come prepared with recommendations
· You’re curious and motivated to keep learning — especially Excel, systems, and reporting
· You look for opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
· You communicate clearly and completely, not just surface-level updates
· You remain professional and steady during busy close periods
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What We Offer
· A collaborative finance team that values accuracy and accountability
· Meaningful involvement in month-end close and financial reporting
· Opportunities to grow technical depth, system fluency, and responsibility
· Support for ongoing professional development and learning
· A remote-first culture with optional hybrid collaboration for local employees
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Compensation & Benefits
· Competitive base salary of $60,000–$65,000, aligned with experience and technical capability
· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your health and well-being
· 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, helping you invest in your long-term future
· Mental health support resources, because sustainability matters — especially during busy periods
· Flexible / unlimited paid time off, focused on trust, accountability, and getting the work done
· Same-day pay program, providing flexibility when life happens
· Phone stipend where applicable to support remote and hybrid work
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000