Staff Accountant


AP Professionals
Published
October 22, 2025
Job Type
Salary Lower Range
60
Salary Upper Range
70
Salary Option
Yearly
Street
West Side
City
Rochester

Description

Are you an analytical and detail-oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment? Our client is seeking a skilled Staff Accountant to join their Finance and Accounting team. This position offers the opportunity to work with a well-established organization that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The Staff Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting team by maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities. This role is responsible for preparing journal entries, managing fixed and leased asset records, and providing support during audits. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

•Prepare and enter journal entries while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.
• Record daily cash transactions and maintain accurate general ledger balances.
• Process weekly payroll journal entries and verify all related data for accuracy.
• Reconcile a variety of accounts, including bank, payroll, prepaid, and accrual accounts.
• Maintain detailed fixed asset records along with depreciation schedules.
• Manage documentation and amortization schedules for leased assets.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing reports and supporting documentation.
• Assist in responding to audit requests and gathering necessary financial records.
• Follow internal accounting policies and recommend ways to improve procedures and efficiency.
• Take on additional accounting and finance assignments as needed.

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.

Experience

• 1 to 3 years of professional accounting experience in either public or corporate settings.
• Hands-on experience with reconciliations, audits, or financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP or accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks.
• Sound understanding of GAAP principles.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Clear communication abilities and a collaborative mindset.
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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