Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting

The Tone:
This is a full-time Staff Accountant role with one of Charlotte’s largest employers, recruited through Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting. The company is seeking recent Accounting or Finance graduates and early career professionals eager to contribute their expertise and grow. This position is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting internal operations, offering significant opportunities for professional development within a large organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Charlotte, NC
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Mission: Contribute expertise to financial operations, gain tangible experience, and support internal customers.
• Tech Stack: ERP system, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Month-End Close: Contribute to the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Journal Entries: Accurately enter and adjust various journal entries within the accounting system.
• Accruals Management: Develop an understanding of and process financial accruals.
• System Utilization: Gain practical exposure and experience operating within a large ERP system.
• Internal Support: Provide excellent customer service to internal departments and stakeholders, addressing their accounting needs.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required for this entry-level Staff Accountant position, suitable for recent graduates and early career professionals.
• Experience: Candidates should possess proficiency with Excel and demonstrate a foundational understanding of accounting principles. The role offers the opportunity to gain direct experience with a large ERP system.
• Skills: Essential skills include excellent customer service capabilities, solid verbal and written communication, and the ability to work effectively under the pressure of tight deadlines. Candidates must also be quick learners and self-motivated.