Staff Accountant

JOB SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant, Acquisitions & Integrations will play an integral role within the finance and accounting team, with a specialized focus on supporting accounting activities related to newly acquired entities and integration efforts. The position will participate in the corporate close process, prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with integration-related accounting tasks such as data validation, reconciliations between legacy and target systems, and documentation of standard workflows. The ideal candidate will efficiently and accurately manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional partners. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented, analytical accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is eager to support process improvements as acquired companies are integrated into standard financial systems and workflows.

Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare journal entries and supporting analyses
Assist with the monthly close process for corporate and newly acquired entities
Maintain financial reports and general ledger accounts
Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Assist with reviewing and analyzing financial statements and reports
Respond to information requests from internal stakeholders and external partners
Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Support integration-related accounting activities, including data validation, reconciliation of legacy system balances, and review of information needed for system imports
Assist with chart of accounts mapping and standardization efforts under the guidance of senior accounting team members
Document and help maintain standard workflows, close checklists, and integration-related process materials
Help identify process gaps, reconciliation issues, or data discrepancies and escalate items appropriately
Participate in accounting and integration projects as needed
Assist in other areas of accounting as needed

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Possesses an intuitive and numbers-focused skill set with strong critical thinking skills
Excels in the ability to comprehend and produce accurate analytical data
Requires excellent time management and multi-tasking skills
Requires strong written and verbal communication skills
Capable of working effectively under pressure while handling heavy workloads and time-sensitive work constraints in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to take initiative, move assigned tasks forward, and identify opportunities for process improvements
Strong attention to detail and ability to organize, validate, and reconcile financial data accurately
Comfortable working with accounting systems, spreadsheets, and system-generated data
Ability to support integration activities such as field mapping validation, data reconciliations, and post-cutover issue tracking under the guidance of senior team members
Collaborative and able to work closely with Finance, Operations, IT, and acquired-entity teams in a cooperative, team-oriented manner
Must be a self-starter, well-organized, and detail-oriented individual who can work closely with staff members at all levels of the organization
Demonstrates high level of positive energy and drive
Reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality is critical for this position

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

BS in Accounting or Finance, or similar combination of education and experience in accounting required
1-3 years of accounting experience required
2+ years of experience in mergers, acquisitions, and integrations required
Law/consulting firm accounting administration a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) required
Strong Excel skills required; experience with pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, or data analysis a plus
Excellent typing and 10-key skills
Intacct experience a plus; experience with similar accounting or ERP systems also considered
Experience supporting accounting system implementations, acquisition integrations, or data conversion activities a plus
Working knowledge of GAAP