Staff Accountant

Qualifications & Skills

• Educational background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Relevant experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or corporate environments.
• Technical proficiency: Strong understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP preferred), experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, D365, etc.), and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas).
• Additional skills: Familiarity with tax compliance tools or software is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Effective communication skills with both internal teams and external advisors.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Prepare and assist with sales and use tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate filings.
• Process and track tax payments across jurisdictions.
• Maintain documentation to support filings and audits.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations (cash, accruals, tax accounts, etc.).
• Investigate variances and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Support period-end close processes and ensure adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
• Coordinate and prepare property tax and franchise tax filings.
• Track filing deadlines and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
• Work with external advisors, where applicable, to support filings and documentation.
• Avoidance of conflicts of interest and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Assist in the preparation of support schedules and documentation for corporate income tax returns (prepared by third-party advisors).
• Liaise with external tax providers to ensure timely submission of required data.
• Maintain supporting workpapers and audit trails.
• Manage and track business license renewals across jurisdictions.
• Ensure timely submission of renewals and associated payments.
• Maintain a centralized tracker of license requirements and deadlines.
• Process Improvement & Reporting: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and automate processes.
• Support documentation of accounting procedures and process flows.
• Aid in preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for management.

Pay & Benefits

Base salary of $60,000
Remote work schedule
PTO starting at 22 days, plus 2 floating holidays and 2 volunteer days
Competitively priced medical, vision, and dental plans
401(k) with guaranteed match and fast-paced vesting schedule
Continuous training and support from Hays Learning & Development for your professional growth