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Staff Accountant
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on ensuring accuracy in financial processes and has a strong background in accounts receivable, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to month-end close activities, audit preparations, and financial reporting in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations related to cash and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end close processes, adhering to established deadlines.<br>• Support the preparation and organization of documentation for external audits, ensuring readiness and timely responses to requests.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by resolving discrepancies and ensuring the accuracy of financial data.<br>• Utilize PeopleSoft to manage financial transactions and reporting efficiently, leveraging its features for streamlined processes.<br>• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations during financial operations.<br>• Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial reporting and data integrity.
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on accounts receivable, cash management, and reconciliations.<br>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.<br>• Proficiency in PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.<br>• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, month-end close processes, and financial reconciliation practices.<br>• Experience supporting external audits, including data preparation and addressing auditor inquiries.<br>• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.<br>• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including skills with formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs.<br>• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration in a team environment.
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 38.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on ensuring accuracy in financial processes and has a strong background in accounts receivable, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to month-end close activities, audit preparations, and financial reporting in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations related to cash and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end close processes, adhering to established deadlines.<br>• Support the preparation and organization of documentation for external audits, ensuring readiness and timely responses to requests.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by resolving discrepancies and ensuring the accuracy of financial data.<br>• Utilize PeopleSoft to manage financial transactions and reporting efficiently, leveraging its features for streamlined processes.<br>• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations during financial operations.<br>• Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial reporting and data integrity.
  • 2025-08-14T14:40:51Z

Staff Accountant Job in Atlanta | Robert Half