Staff Accountant in St. Louis, Missouri at EBS Recruiters LLC

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting team by preparing and analyzing financial schedules, performing general accounting functions, and managing full-cycle accounts payable. This role is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, preparing sales tax filings, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and file state sales tax returns and respond to customer sales tax inquiries
• Coordinate business licensing and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support external financial and tax audits by preparing required schedules and documentation

Financial Analysis & Account Reconciliation

• Prepare and analyze financial schedules and supporting documentation
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Verify and reconcile corporate credit card transactions
• Identify and resolve accounting issues to ensure accurate financial reporting

Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset records and support accurate asset tracking
• Support cash management activities, including ACH and wire payment processing
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly financial reporting

Financial Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain and update financial spreadsheets and large data sets using Microsoft Excel
• Prepare supplemental financial reports and analyses for management
• Support continuous improvement of reporting processes and financial data accuracy
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve workflows and reporting efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience
• 5–7 years of accounting experience in a similar role
• CPA preferred but not required
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred
• Familiarity with Avalara, Sovos, or similar sales tax software is a plus
• Knowledge of state sales tax regulations and filing requirements
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines with exceptional attention to detail