Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a chemicals manufacturing organization in Savannah, Georgia in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite role supports core accounting operations by helping maintain accurate records, coordinating payment activity, and assisting with reporting and compliance deliverables. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and tax-related support, along with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the accounts payable workflow, including oversight of vendor payment processing to ensure transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts regularly, investigate variances, and take action to correct outstanding discrepancies.
• Review master data records and recommend updates that improve the accuracy and consistency of financial information.
• Track key balance sheet accounts, prepare supporting reconciliations, and contribute to projection and reporting activities.
• Assemble documentation and schedules required for annual filings such as sales tax reports, 1099s, 1042 reporting, and federal and state tax submissions.
• Maintain organized and reliable accounting records in alignment with internal policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare journal entries and support trial balance accuracy as part of the monthly accounting process.
• Work with internal teams and external vendors to address payment questions, resolve accounting issues, and clarify financial details.

Qualifications:

• Experience in staff accounting or general accounting within a detail-focused business environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation processes.
• Familiarity with corporate tax support, including sales tax and corporate tax return preparation activities.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial schedules and assist with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Proficiency with SAP and standard accounting systems.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both internal stakeholders and external contacts.

Compensation

$24.00-$28.00 Hourly

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