What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Taurus Search?
Role:
Leading Financial Services and Technology firm is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team at a growing financial services and technology company. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, producing accurate financial information, and improving how accounting work gets done.
You’ll support day-to-day accounting and the month-end close while gaining exposure to financial reporting, internal controls, and projects across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and expense accounting.
- Support accounts payable and other accounting activities as needed.
- Prepare documentation for external audits and tax requests.
- Partner with colleagues to resolve accounting questions and improve processes.
- Maintain organized records and follow established internal controls.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Approximately 1–3 years of accounting experience; public accounting or financial services experience is a plus.
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core accounting principles.
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems.
- Attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- A proactive approach and interest in learning as the business grows.
- CPA eligibility or progress toward the designation is a plus.