Staff Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison

Winston-Salem, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$30 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Communication Skills, Consulting, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Winston-Salem, NC
POSTED
9 days ago

We are partnering with a growing organization seeking a Staff Accountant to join their accounting team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 1-2 years of experience who is looking to expand their technical accounting skills, gain exposure to month-end close activities, and grow within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes

  • Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies

  • Support financial reporting and analysis initiatives

  • Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts

  • Assist with fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expense schedules

  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and GAAP standards

  • Partner with internal teams to resolve accounting-related issues

  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred

  • 1-2 years of accounting experience, including internship experience considered

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and general ledger concepts

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis

  • Experience working with ERP systems or accounting software

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Search managed by: Samantha Garman

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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