Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in South Carolina. This contract opportunity with potential for a long-term role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing accounting work with client support and can contribute across day-to-day financial operations. The role offers a collaborative Monday through Friday schedule with flexibility in working hours and is suited for someone who brings solid payroll knowledge and a strong grasp of core accounting functions.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate financial records by preparing journal entries, updating general ledger activity, and supporting routine accounting processes
• Assist with corporate tax matters, including organizing information needed for filings and helping prepare corporate tax return documentation
• Handle sales tax-related tasks by reviewing transactions, compiling supporting data, and helping ensure timely reporting
• Process accounting-related data with a high level of accuracy while keeping client records current and well organized
• Provide responsive customer service by answering client questions and supporting day-to-day account needs in a thorough manner
• Contribute to payroll-related activities by reviewing payroll information, assisting with related entries, and supporting accurate financial reporting
• Work with client accounting records in QuickBooks when needed to maintain transaction accuracy and account reconciliation

Qualifications:

• Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting role
• Working knowledge of journal entries and general ledger processes
• Familiarity with corporate tax, including exposure to corporate tax return support
• Understanding of sales tax procedures and related accounting responsibilities
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of payroll concepts and payroll-related accounting impact
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate professionally while providing effective customer service
• Experience with QuickBooks is helpful for supporting some client accounts

Compensation

$24.70-$28.60 Hourly

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