Staff Accountant

Century Group is partnering with a client seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team.

Pay

Expected starting pay rate of $33.00 to $38.00 per hour, based on skills, experience, and location.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable activities by processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, and ensuring timely payments.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes through journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.
• Monitor cash transactions and account balances while assisting with forecasting and financial planning efforts.
• Analyze financial results and variances to provide meaningful insights for management decision-making.
• Assist with audits, process improvements, and special accounting projects that support business objectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience with exposure to accounts payable and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting financial reporting activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate financial data and resolve accounting issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when processing transactions and preparing reports.
• Effective communication with management, vendors, and cross-functional business partners.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost analysis, or inventory management activities is beneficial.
• Initiative, professionalism, and a continuous improvement mindset when supporting accounting operations.