Staff Accountant

Overview

This Accountant II role is part of the organization’s finance team and focuses on maintaining accurate financial records to support informed business decisions. Responsibilities include recording and reconciling financial transactions, preparing financial statements (including balance sheets and profit and loss reports), and analyzing current financial data to support forecasting and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Maintain general ledger accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting financial transactions.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers and resolve discrepancies to ensure financial data integrity.
• Analyze financial information to identify trends, variances, and potential areas for improvement in cost control and revenue enhancement.
• Assist in forecasting future financial performance by evaluating current expenditures, revenues, commitments, and obligations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with financial regulations and organizational policies.
• Continuously improve accounting processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• 2 to 4 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting roles.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience with ledger management, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments and present financial information clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is a plus but not mandatory at this stage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consideration of pursuing CPA certification.
• Intermediate career stage (typically 2–4 years of relevant experience) with growing exposure to complex accounting tasks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $70,100.00 to $86,000.00

Location

Remote in Kentucky.