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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting and finance operations for a Contract position based in Phoenix, Arizona. This role partners with teams across finance, warehouse operations, pricing, and leadership to deliver accurate reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis across a multi-state business environment. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Job Responsibility:
Analyze monthly and year-over-year expenses, summarize findings, and identify needed reclasses or accrual adjustments in accordance with company accounting standards
Record recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month to maintain accurate financial records
Reconcile gross profit results between financial records and billing or distribution data, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly
Prepare and circulate monthly financial statements and management reports to support operational and executive decision-making
Review budget-to-actual performance, highlight variances, and provide insight into expense trends
Reconcile general ledger accounts, research exceptions, and escalate write-offs or unusual items for management review when necessary
Support cash and vendor-related activities, including bank reconciliations, aging oversight, and forecasting to identify potential spending concerns
Complete recurring tax filings, incentive and commission processing, spoilage and billing reconciliations, petty cash balancing, and license renewal coordination, while also providing backup support for payroll reporting and processing
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or comparable hands-on experience in an accounting-focused role
At least 3 years of experience performing general ledger reconciliations and related month-end accounting tasks
Working knowledge of GAAP and core accounting concepts such as fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, deferred charges, and payroll accounting
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills for analysis, reporting, and reconciliation work
Ability to enter and review financial data accurately, with excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and present information clearly
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Nice to have:
Experience with enterprise accounting systems such as SAP R/3 is preferred