Staff Accountant

Element451 is a rapidly growing SaaS company revolutionizing how higher education institutions engage with prospective students. Our innovative platform is changing the future of student enrollment and marketing. We pride ourselves on having a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every team member is empowered to contribute and make a difference.We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support our growing finance team. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to grow their accounting skill set within a fast-paced SaaS environment.You will join a small, high-impact finance team where your contributions are immediately visible. At element451, you'll have the ability to make a real, tangible impact from day one. As an exciting, high-growth company, we offer the potential for fast career acceleration and skill development, often much quicker than traditional paths like public accounting. This is a hybrid role, with in office responsibilities in Raleigh, NC. What You’ll Do:

• Core Accounting (AP, AR & GL Support)

• Process financial transactions and assist with day-to-day AP/AR activities

• Enter vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and department allocation

• Maintain organized digital folders for invoices, receipts, contracts, and supporting documentation

• Monitor AP and AR aging reports and identify items needing follow-upCommunicate with vendors regarding payments and with customers regarding billing questions

• Set up new vendors and support AP workflows through proper documentationReview and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies

• Monitor and code company credit card transactions, ensuring receipts and memos comply with travel and expense policies

• Assist with customer contract entry, revenue schedules, invoice schedules, and new client setup

• Month-End Close & Reconciliations

• Assist with bank reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliationsSupport month-end reporting and close documentation

• Help maintain organized records for internal controls and audit readiness

• Operational & Administrative Support

• Perform weekly mail pickup at the Raleigh WeWork office

• Assist with general administrative and office-related tasks

• Support process improvements, documentation updates, and ad-hoc finance projects

What You Bring to the Team

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

• Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to evolving processes

• Comfort working in a hybrid environment with onsite responsibilities in Raleigh

• A team player with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• A clear communicator who collaborates well across departments

Bonus If You Have:

• Internship experience in an accounting or finance role.

• 1–2 years of previous professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.

• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online (QBO) or similar cloud-based accounting software.

• Experience in a SaaS or technology company environment.

• Understanding of basic ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.