Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in the Knoxville area. This contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys stepping into a busy environment and providing steady support across essential financial activities. The person in this role will help strengthen daily accounting operations, contribute to an organized close process, and ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
Responsibilities:
• Contribute to daily accounting operations by assisting the team with core financial tasks and maintaining consistent workflow support.
• Participate in the month-end close process by preparing information, reviewing balances, and helping the team meet reporting deadlines.
• Reconcile several bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records accurate and current.
• Maintain reliable financial data by updating records and supporting the integrity of accounting documentation.
• Assist with accounting entries and analysis related to prepaid expenses, accruals, and trial balance activity.
• Provide broad accounting assistance while the department addresses project work and resolves outstanding items.
• At least 3 years of experience in a Staff Accountant position or a similar accounting role.
• Hands-on experience supporting month-end close activities and completing bank reconciliations.
• Practical understanding of prepaid expenses, accrual accounting, and trial balance review.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is strongly preferred.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.