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STAFF ACCOUNTANT: FREDERICK, MD
Who Staffing is looking for a Staff Accountant for a fulltime, direct hire opportunity with our client in Frederick, MD Location. This is a hybrid role, 2x week in office 3x remote.
Job Summary:
Our client, a long-established leader in the transportation industry, is hiring a Senior Staff Accountant for a long-term position. This role owns core accounting functions such as reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, and will work closely with the Corporate Controller.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Close
- Own the monthly and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and account reconciliations
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, variance analysis, and supporting schedules for management review
- Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring transactions are properly classified and supported
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Operational & Industry-Specific Accounting
- Reconcile affiliate/partner settlements, including trip-level billing, commissions, and payout accuracy
- Track and account for fleet-related costs — vehicle depreciation, maintenance, fuel, insurance, and leasing
- Support revenue accounting across direct corporate accounts, travel management companies (TMCs), and the affiliate network
- Assist with multi-location or multi-entity reconciliations as needed across clients’ markets
AP, AR & Cash Management
- Oversee accounts payable, including vendor invoice processing, coding, and payment runs
- Manage accounts receivable, billing, and collections, partnering with sales/account teams on aging accounts
- Reconcile bank, merchant processor, and credit card accounts daily/weekly as required
- Monitor cash position and support weekly cash flow reporting
Compliance, Tax & Controls
- Support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance, including sales/use tax across multiple jurisdictions
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
- Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis for the Corporate Controller and finance leadership
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency of accounting operations
Requirements
- Minimum years of professional accounting experience
- Based in or able to reliably commute to the Frederick, MD area
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
- Proficiency with accounting software and Excel
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA license (preferred, not required)
- Prior experience in the transportation or ground transportation industry a plus
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Salary : $75,000 - $90,000