Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Legacy Search Advisors

The Tone:
This is a full-time, 100% remote role with a private equity-backed global consumer products company. Our client is specifically seeking a high-caliber Staff Accountant, with the CFO prepared to offer a competitive package for a top recent graduate or first-year accountant. The role is designed for individuals seeking a rapid growth rotational opportunity within an internal operations team, moving away from a service provider model. It emphasizes intelligence, hard work, accountability, and a results-oriented approach in a dynamic business environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote – MD, VA, DC, PA, DE
• Pay: $80000–$100000 yearly
• Mission: To provide high-quality accounting support and contribute to the financial operations of a growing global consumer products company while developing rapidly.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Perform: Execute core accounting functions with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Operate: Independently manage and take ownership of assigned accounting responsibilities.
• Engage: Participate actively in a rapid growth rotational program designed to expand accounting expertise.
• Contribute: Step up and assist with various accounting demands as business needs require.
• Support: Function as an internal accounting operator, providing essential financial support directly to the business.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from a competitive school, Entry-Level career experience.
• Experience: Up to 1 year of accounting experience, including Big 4, Top 10 CPA, or other competitive internship programs.
• Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality accounting work.
• Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of tasks.
• Strong work ethic, adaptability, and willingness to step up when business demands require it.
• Professionalism, accountability, and a results-oriented approach to financial operations.
• Bonus: A demonstrable desire to take on greater responsibility and develop rapidly within an operational accounting setting.