Staff Accountant I Job Description
Employment type Full-time
Role purpose
The Staff Accountant I supports accurate financial reporting through month-end accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, audit preparation, and analysis of financial information. This role contributes dependable work, investigates differences, and communicates findings so the accounting team can respond to business needs with confidence.
Who you are
You are a self-driven accountant who values accuracy and follows work through to completion. You can organize several assignments at once, work independently within established direction, and seek guidance when a question calls for additional judgment. You are curious about the story behind the numbers and explain your findings clearly to colleagues across the organization.
What you will do
• Support the month-end close by reviewing account activity, proposing journal entries, and preparing supporting documentation for review.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, identify unusual items or differences, research their causes, and recommend corrections or follow-up actions.
• Apply an intermediate understanding of US GAAP when evaluating transactions and preparing accounting work; raise questions when treatment is unclear.
• Prepare audit schedules and gather supporting records under the direction of accounting team staff, ensuring information is organized, accurate, and traceable.
• Respond to financial inquiries by compiling ad hoc data reports, checking the underlying information, and explaining relevant results or variances.
• Assist with budget-to-actual spending analysis by identifying material differences and helping the team understand the transactions behind them.
• Communicate the status of assignments, open questions, and potential issues in a timely and professional manner.
What success looks like
• Reconciliations and supporting schedules are accurate, organized, and ready for review.
• Potential errors or unexpected trends are identified and brought forward with useful context.
• Financial requests receive clear, reliable information within agreed timelines.
• Colleagues can count on you to manage priorities and follow through on commitments.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance.
• 1–3 years of general accounting experience.
• Intermediate understanding of US GAAP and its application to accounting practices.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work independently.
• Ability to work and communicate professionally with all levels of the organization.
Preferred experience Experience in a manufacturing and/or multi-location environment.