Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the firm. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, QuickBooks or NetSuite, and advanced Excel functions.This role is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial best practices.Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (EST)Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable & ReceivableOversee all AP and AR functions, ensuring timely and accurate processingReview, verify, and reconcile invoices, expenses, and receiptsManage vendor payments and maintain strong vendor relationshipsMonitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivablesReconcile client trust accounts in accordance with legal and ethical guidelinesGeneral AccountingMaintain and reconcile general ledger accountsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reportsPerform bank and credit card reconciliationsMaintain and improve accounting policies and proceduresQuickBooks / NetSuite ManagementUtilize QuickBooks or NetSuite to manage financial dataGenerate and analyze financial reportsEnsure all transactions are recorded accurately and timelyExcel & Data AnalysisUse advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, etc.)Develop and maintain financial models and reporting dashboardsAssist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysisCompliance & Audit SupportSupport audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policiesAssist with tax preparation in coordination with external accountants