Staff Accountant

Position Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Staff Accountant with strong Sage expertise to oversee the full cycle of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, streamlining transaction processing, and ensuring a smooth and timely month-end close. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, leveraging their deep knowledge of Sage accounting software to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable (AP):

· Process vendor invoices and expense reports with proper coding and approvals.

· Schedule and process vendor payments (ACH, wire, checks) in accordance with terms.

· Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies.

· Maintain vendor files and 1099 records.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

· Prepare and issue customer invoices in accordance with contract terms.

· Apply incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts.

· Monitor AR aging and follow up with customers on overdue balances.

· Support credit checks and customer onboarding documentation.

General Accounting:

· Prepare and post journal entries for monthly close (e.g., accruals, reclasses).

· Reconcile balance sheet accounts including cash, receivables, payables, and prepaids.

· Maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation.

· Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and variance analysis.

· Support year-end audit by providing schedules, documentation, and explanations.

Qualifications:

· 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with exposure to both AP and AR.

· Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.

· Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data reconciliations).

· Direct hands-on Sage experience

· Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.

· Effective communicator and team player with the ability to work independently.

· Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred:

· Experience in manufacturing, energy, or services industries.

· Familiarity with implementing or improving processes in Sage.

· Exposure to multi-entity or multi-currency environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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Bonus opportunities

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

Work Location: In person