Staff Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Horn Lake, Mississippi. In this role, you will assist with essential accounting tasks such as managing accounts payable, performing reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting. This is a great opportunity to contribute your expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions efficiently and accurately.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger.<br>• Support the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and sales tax reports.<br>• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and company policies.<br>• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.<br>• Provide support during the implementation of Sage Intacct accounting software.<br>• Analyze financial data and provide insights to improve accounting processes.<br>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Proven experience in accounts payable, reconciliations, and general accounting.<br>• Strong understanding of general ledger functions and financial reporting.<br>• Proficiency in preparing corporate tax returns and sales tax filings.<br>• Familiarity with Sage Intacct or similar accounting software is preferred.<br>• Ability to create and post journal entries accurately and efficiently.<br>• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.<br>• Excellent organizational and time management skills.<br>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
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- Horn Lake, MS
- onsite
- Temporary
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22.84 - 26.44 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Horn Lake, Mississippi. In this role, you will assist with essential accounting tasks such as managing accounts payable, performing reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting. This is a great opportunity to contribute your expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions efficiently and accurately.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger.<br>• Support the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and sales tax reports.<br>• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and company policies.<br>• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.<br>• Provide support during the implementation of Sage Intacct accounting software.<br>• Analyze financial data and provide insights to improve accounting processes.<br>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies in financial records.
- 2025-09-03T22:04:01Z