Staff Accountant at Hire Military Talent – Atlanta, Georgia

Staff Accountant
Location: Atlanta, GA,

Employment Type: Hybrid

About Us:
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing company that offers exceptional opportunities for career advancement as we expand from a small to midsize organization.

Summary:
The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining the company’s financial integrity by managing daily cash processes, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting both month-end and year-end closings. This position requires strong technical skills and a focus on accuracy, as well as the ability to improve the efficiency of financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate accounting records and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and analyze journal entries, assist in month-end and year-end closings, and manage prepaids and accruals.
• Reconcile general ledger data with various sub-ledgers and systems, ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and cash reports for management as needed.
• Work with payment processing to resolve discrepancies and variances.
• Support internal control and SOX compliance by adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Manage daily cash reconciliations and maintain subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with post-close analysis and research items as instructed.
• Support the commercial and lease portfolio, including the management of GAP/Auxiliary prepayments.
• Participate in quarterly reporting and assist with compiling PBC schedules.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in accounting, payment processing, or a related field.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collect, research, and analyze data effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present data clearly.
  • Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel; experience with financial systems is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.