Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant
Location: Atlanta, GA (NW Atlanta, near The Battery)
Base Salary: $80,000-$85,000 (negotiable) + Bonus Potential (5% of Salary)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/ match, Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F, 8 AM – 5 PM (40-45 hours/week)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Staff Accountant (full-cycle accounting exp. req.) Description

Our client, a residential construction developer, is looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join their team in Atlanta. Reporting to their Controller, you will support month-end closing for their two divisions including accounts payable, journal entries, cash management, and financial reporting. Their accounting team (3) is nimble and always looking for opportunities to support one another. That is why they are searching for candidates who would enjoy an entrepreneurial environment where you will be exposed to more areas of the business and are passionate about doing what it takes to get the job done. Given the variety in your scope of work, they’re looking for someone who would appreciate the opportunity to expand their skillset and become a proactive contributor to a company in growth mode. Whether you have worked in a public accounting firm and you are seeking a better work/life balance, or you have worked under more stagnant leaders who do not prioritize process improvements, this is a great opportunity for someone who values a fresher accounting environment that champions efficiency and growth.

Staff Accountant (full-cycle accounting exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle accounting for combined and non-combined entities
• Support month-end closing and complete monthly journal entries
• Review financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare profitability reporting and respond to questions from leadership team
• Manage daily cash balances and ensure proper funding for payments
• Transfer funds between accounts and set up ACH/wires as needed
• Assist with the preparation of lender reporting and compliance requirements
• Prepare monthly land development draws to submit to equity partners and lenders
• Support annual financial audit and prepare PBCs for the audit team
• Prepare and file property tax returns and business license renewals
• Work with Staff Accountant and Senior AP Specialist to complete 1099
• Support Accounting Staff with additional responsibilities as needed

Staff Accountant (full-cycle accounting exp. req.) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Full-cycle accounting experience required
• Experienced with month-end closing required
• Well-versed with Excel including VLOOKUPS required
• Able and willing to work onsite each day required