Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a team in Memphis, Tennessee. This onsite role is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong general ledger knowledge and hands-on experience supporting month-end close activities. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to core financial operations while working extensively with Excel and, ideally, Jack Henry software.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and record journal entries accurately to support daily and monthly accounting activity.
• Maintain the general ledger and review account activity to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with month-end close by reconciling accounts, analyzing balances, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Produce supporting schedules and financial reports that help management understand accounting results.
• Use Excel to organize, analyze, and validate large sets of financial data for reporting and reconciliation purposes.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather documentation, clarify accounting issues, and support routine financial processes.
• Help strengthen accounting workflows by identifying inefficiencies and recommending practical improvements.
• Work within accounting platforms such as Jack Henry when applicable to process transactions and maintain financial records.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of accounting experience with a strong background in general ledger activity and month-end close.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, including the ability to manage and analyze detailed financial data.
• Experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role within a fast-paced business environment.
• Familiarity with Jack Henry software is preferred, but not required.
• Banking or financial services experience is helpful, though candidates with strong general ledger experience from other industries will also be considered.
• Ability to work fully onsite in Memphis, Tennessee.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.

Compensation

$60,000.00-$85,000.00 Yearly

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