Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Glen Allen, Virginia. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across multiple entities, handling transactional detail, and supporting accurate financial reporting. The role offers broad exposure to core accounting operations, close activities, audit preparation, and ongoing process enhancement in a dynamic financial services environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting work for a range of accounts, including balance sheet and operating activity.

• Record financial transactions by preparing and entering journal entries while keeping general ledger information complete and accurate.

• Reconcile accounts regularly and contribute to timely month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Review balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm accuracy and alignment with accounting standards and company policies.

• Perform daily cash balancing and assist with the reconciliation of account activity.

• Research variances, identify the source of discrepancies, and work with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.

• Provide documentation and analysis for internal, external, financial statement, and regulatory audit requests.

• Support the development and maintenance of internal controls, accounting workflows, and procedural consistency.

• Recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen the overall accounting function.

• Work closely with senior accounting team members to uphold sound accounting practices and policy compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.

• At least 2 years of experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both is preferred.

• Progress toward an accounting certification or completion of one is preferred.

• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required.

• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting or financial systems are preferred.

• Demonstrated accuracy, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability in day-to-day accounting work.

• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with sound judgment and discretion.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.