We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Columbus, Ohio. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial operations in the restaurants and catering industry. As part of our accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while supporting month-end close processes and asset management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct daily reconciliation and verification of cash transactions to ensure accuracy.<br>• Analyze and validate sales data for discrepancies, preparing necessary adjustments as required.<br>• Manage fixed assets, including creation, maintenance, and retirement, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Perform account analysis for clearing, cost, and accumulated depreciation to maintain accurate financial reporting.<br>• Reconcile sub-ledgers with general ledger and project modules to ensure consistency across systems.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and accrual entries, addressing exceptions and implementing adjustments as needed.<br>• Retrieve, modify, and analyze financial data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.<br>• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Collaborate with team members to improve reporting processes and enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Ensure compliance with corporate tax regulations and sales tax reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.<br>• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related area.<br>• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with advanced skills in pivot tables, vlookups, and other formulas.<br>• Knowledge of general ledger systems and sub-ledger accounting processes.<br>• Experience in account reconciliations and analyzing sales data.<br>• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage workloads and prioritize tasks effectively.<br>• Familiarity with fixed asset accounting and construction project accounting is a plus.

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