Overview

Company
Special Counsel
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States
Employment type
On-site
Special Counsel

Finance & Banking • High Point, North Carolina, United States

Senior Staff Accountant

High Point, North Carolina, United States$48+ / hrOn-sitePosted 4 hours ago
Finance & Banking

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will be responsible for supporting the month-end close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, treasury activities, compliance reporting, and tax-related accounting functions.
This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys a broad range of responsibilities and has experience with corporate tax reporting, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and recurring monthly accounting transactions.
  • Perform month-end and year-end close activities while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
  • Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
  • Prepare financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
  • Support treasury activities, including cash management and bank reconciliations.
  • Maintain documentation and support external audit requests.
  • Prepare and support various tax-related filings and compliance activities.
  • Assist with corporate tax calculations and estimated tax payments.
  • Prepare property tax reports and supporting schedules.
  • Complete census and other recurring regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Communicate directly with taxing authorities, including the IRS, regarding account inquiries and compliance matters.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
  • Maintain documentation related to licenses, permits, insurance, and regulatory filings.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • CPA designation preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Experience with corporate tax reporting, estimated tax payments, property tax filings, and regulatory reporting strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
  • Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including interaction with external agencies and taxing authorities.
This is an immediate need so applicants should be available to start immediately. Hybrid flexibility is and option once trained.
Pay Details: $40.00 to $48.00 per hour
Search managed by: Will Stevens
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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  • 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.

What You'll Do

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and recurring monthly accounting transactions.
Perform month-end and year-end close activities while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
Prepare financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
Support treasury activities, including cash management and bank reconciliations.

Skills & Technologies

Finance & Banking