Staff Accountant

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing wholesale distribution organization. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and collaborating across departments to keep daily transactions running smoothly. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations while assisting with analysis, audit support, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Record and post journal entries, allocation activity, and period-end adjustments to maintain an accurate general ledger.
• Review financial activity for accuracy and timeliness, ensuring transactions are properly reflected in the accounting records.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding variances efficiently.
• Oversee invoice accounting, code corporate card expenses appropriately, and enter related postings into the general ledger.
• Provide audit support by gathering schedules, reconciliation details, and supporting documentation for external reviewers.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and branch teams to promote accurate processing and resolve transaction-related issues.
• Help refine and document accounting procedures, strengthening consistency and supporting effective workflow execution.
• Prepare financial analyses and assist with special projects and reporting requests assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, ideally in a distribution, wholesale, or manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
• Strong proficiency with accounting systems and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Able to prepare clear supporting documentation and maintain organized workpapers.
• Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training.
• Eligibility for the company 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.

Pay

$65,000 - $80,000 USD Per Yearly

Schedule

Ongoing

Location

Philadelphia, PA

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- Philadelphia, PA - onsite - Permanent / Full Time - 65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly - We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing wholesale distribution organization. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and collaborating across departments to keep daily transactions running smoothly. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations while assisting with analysis, audit support, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Record and post journal entries, allocation activity, and period-end adjustments to maintain an accurate general ledger.
• Review financial activity for accuracy and timeliness, ensuring transactions are properly reflected in the accounting records.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding variances efficiently.
• Oversee invoice accounting, code corporate card expenses appropriately, and enter related postings into the general ledger.
• Provide audit support by gathering schedules, reconciliation details, and supporting documentation for external reviewers.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and branch teams to promote accurate processing and resolve transaction-related issues.
• Help refine and document accounting procedures, strengthening consistency and supporting effective workflow execution.
• Prepare financial analyses and assist with special projects and reporting requests assigned by management.

- 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z