Job Description
Job Description
Senior Staff Accountant
Atlanta, GA (In-Office)
$80,000 – $85,000 Base + Discretionary Bonus
About the Company
Atlanta-based equipment leasing company experiencing strong growth and expanding its accounting team. This organization offers a collaborative environment, strong leadership, and high visibility across the business. Excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a scaling company.Position OverviewThe Senior Staff Accountant will support core accounting operations, financial reporting, and lease-related accounting activities. This role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive process improvements.Key Responsibilities
- Perform general accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
- Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Support lease accounting activities, including tracking and reporting lease transactions
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Help develop and improve internal controls and accounting processes
- Support tax compliance (sales tax, property tax, etc.)
- Collaborate with internal teams and assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- 4+ years of accounting and/or audit experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Experience with financial statement preparation and reconciliations
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with lease accounting or contract-based accounting
- ERP or accounting system experience
- Background in equipment leasing, finance, or asset-based industries