Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles and will assist in various accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end/year-end close processes. The Staff Accountant will collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and timely financial records while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements.
Staff Accountant Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
- Manage and maintain general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
- Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate and timely payments and collections
- Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial accounts
- Support payroll processing, including verifying time sheets, calculating deductions, and assisting with tax filings
- Prepare and submit necessary reports for tax filings, including sales tax and payroll tax returns
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed
- Help maintain accurate records of company expenses, invoices, and receipts
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
- Perform ad-hoc accounting tasks and projects as required by the accounting manager or senior leadership
Staff Accountant Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or accounting firm environment
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
- Experience with general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and reconciliations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in financial records
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism
- CPA or pursuing CPA designation
- Experience with tax filings and audits
- Experience with cloud-based accounting systems
If you are a highly motivated and organized individual with a passion for accounting, we invite you to apply to the Staff Accountant opening today!
Thank you,
Ryan Quinn
Project Manager
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.
