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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a team in Saint Louis, Missouri on a Contract basis. This role supports core accounting operations, reporting, and payment activities while working closely with finance leadership and property or facility management partners. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a consistent focus on maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility
Oversee daily accounting work across the general ledger, including journal entries, account reviews, and transaction validation to maintain accurate records
Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring invoices, payments, and collections are processed promptly and correctly
Perform bank and account reconciliations, manage cash activity, and record accruals to support complete and reliable month-end reporting
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that align with internal policies and stakeholder expectations
Investigate discrepancies in financial data, analyze trends using accounting systems and spreadsheets, and recommend next steps when issues are identified
Collaborate with financial leadership, operations teams, and client-facing partners to resolve accounting questions and keep deliverables on schedule
Support audit requests by organizing documentation, explaining account activity, and assisting with the preparation of required records
Apply established accounting procedures and internal controls while identifying inconsistencies and communicating concerns to management
Manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred
1–3 years of accounting experience or a comparable combination of education and practical experience
Working knowledge of full-cycle accounting, including general ledger activity, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and journal entry preparation
Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and work effectively with spreadsheets
Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving ability in a deadline-driven setting
Nice to have
Familiarity with Yardi or similar real estate or property accounting software is preferred