Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Irving, Texas and contribute to core accounting operations while also supporting accounts payable activities. This contract position with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day transactional work with broader general ledger responsibilities. The role will play an important part in keeping financial data accurate, supporting close activities, and helping maintain smooth vendor payment processes.
Responsibilities:
• Record and post journal entries to support accurate general ledger activity and financial reporting.
• Complete balance sheet, bank, and other account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner.
• Assist with monthly and annual closing tasks to help ensure deadlines are met and records are complete.
• Review and process vendor invoices, employee expense submissions, and payment requests with close attention to accuracy and approval requirements.
• Perform three-way matching and reconcile accounts payable activity to confirm proper coding, documentation, and payment status.
• Respond to vendor questions regarding invoices, payments, and account balances while helping resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Prepare accounting support schedules and documentation for audits and internal review needs.
• Follow established accounting controls, policies, and procedures to promote compliance and consistency across financial processes.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience, including hands-on exposure to accounts payable functions.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience performing balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and discrepancy research.
• Familiarity with three-way matching and invoice processing practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.