Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant (Direct Hire)

Location: On-site | Fast-Paced Environment

Salary: $60,000 - $80,000

An established and growing organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with standard accounting practices.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Maintain accurate financial records and oversee general ledger activity

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

• Utilize QuickBooks and other internal systems to manage financial data

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives

• Prepare financial reports and communicate key findings to leadership

Accounts Receivable

• Record and post payments (ACH, checks, credit cards) accurately and timely

• Monitor aging reports and conduct weekly collections outreach

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies including missing or skipped invoices

• Manage chargebacks and improve processes to reduce risk

Accounts Payable

• Process invoices and convert receipts into bills in a timely manner

• Reconcile vendor discrepancies (pricing, quantity, missing items)

• Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure timely vendor payments

• Audit freight and supplier invoices and provide recommendations

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform daily bank and credit card reconciliations

• Complete month-end close activities including:

• Bank reconciliations

• A/R and A/P reporting

• Expense and prepayment analysis

• Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow)

• Investigate variances and implement process improvements

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to accounting regulations and audit standards

• Maintain Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and tax documentation

• Support quarterly and annual tax filings (sales, payroll, income tax)

• Assist leadership with audit preparation and financial reviews

Additional Responsibilities

• Process credit memos, refunds, and transaction adjustments

• Assist with payroll processing as needed

• Support operational tasks including order processing and supply purchasing

• Participate in system and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field

• 3–5+ years of hands-on accounting experience (full-cycle preferred)

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and GL

• Proficiency in QuickBooks; experience with Shopify or similar systems a plus

• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Work Environment

• Office-based role with a fast-paced, deadline-driven workload

• May require schedule flexibility, including occasional evenings or weekends

• Team-oriented setting with cross-functional collaboration

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently accurate work delivered on time

• Strong communication with internal teams and external partners

• Ability to resolve issues efficiently and proactively

• High level of reliability, accountability, and professionalism

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: christine.kiernan@lhh.com

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K with company match, Life/Disability Insurance

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Christine Senn

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.