Lead Staff Accountant (Remote)

March 5, 2026

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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Staff Accountant - REMOTE. In this role, you will play a critical part in the financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in various accounting processes. You will collaborate with the finance team to prepare monthly financial packages and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization. The position offers the opportunity to engage with innovative financial strategies while supporting team growth and development. As a key player, you will have the chance to tackle complex challenges while advancing your career within a supportive environment. Accountabilities <ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations related to general accounting, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.</li><li>Participate in the month-end closing process, including close notifications.</li><li>Support the Assistant Controller in reporting and financial tie-outs.</li><li>Administer wire transfers and manage cash tracking and cash flow forecasting.</li><li>Conduct monthly variance reporting for income statements and balance sheets.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset entries prepared by staff.</li><li>Lead assessments for capitalization and expense treatment for projects.</li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance with internal controls and processes.</li><li>Support payroll accounting and audit activities.</li><li>Assist in ERP implementation and other special projects as required. </li></ul>Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.</li><li>2-3 years of experience in a public accounting firm or 5+ years in accounting and reporting.</li><li>Strong knowledge of general ledger and GAAP.</li><li>Experience in financial statement preparation and capital asset accounting.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to engage effectively across all levels.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.</li><li>Proficient in MS Word and Excel.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. </li></ul>Benefits <ul><li>Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.</li><li>401k with company match.</li><li>Company-paid life and disability insurance.</li><li>Generous Flexible PTO program.</li><li>Paid volunteer days.</li><li>Opportunities for annual bonuses or incentives.</li><li>Supportive work environment fostering collaboration and growth. </li></ul>Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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