Staff Accountant - Remote at Accountancy Placements

• Our US client is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join their remote finance team. The role involves multi-company general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, cash application, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day general ledger transactions across multiple companies in QuickBooks
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, reclassifications, and intercompany transactions
• Apply customer payments and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and deposit variances
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support month-end close and ensure all tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Prepare balance sheets, Profit & Loss statements, variance analysis, and supporting financial schedules
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with audits, reporting, and other accounting requirements as directed by the CFO
• Identify accounting errors, control gaps, and process improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent practical experience
• 2–4 years of full-cycle general ledger accounting experience
• Strong hands-on QuickBooks experience, preferably in a multi-company environment
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, accrual accounting, and account reconciliations
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet month-end deadlines
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Experience with deferred revenue, BILL, or external audits is an advantage
• Must be willing to work US hours