Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting

The Tone:
This is a full-time, entry-level role with one of Charlotte’s largest employers, recruited through Sherpa, and located in Charlotte, NC. The client is actively seeking recent Accounting or Finance graduates or early career professionals who are eager to contribute their expertise and grow within a prominent organization. This position is vital for maintaining the financial integrity and smooth operations of the client by engaging directly in critical accounting functions such as month-end close processes, journal entry adjustments, and accrual management. The successful candidate will play a direct role in supporting internal departments, ensuring accurate financial records and responsive service, thereby contributing significantly to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of a major Charlotte-based company.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Charlotte, NC
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Mission: Ensure financial accuracy and support operational efficiency by managing core accounting functions, including month-end close and journal entries, within a large corporate environment.
• Tech Stack: Large ERP system, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Close Assistance: Actively participate in the month-end close cycle, contributing to the timely completion of financial statements and reports for a large enterprise.
• Journal Entry Processing: Accurately prepare, enter, and adjust journal entries, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded in compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
• Accruals Management: Develop and apply an understanding of accruals, processing these entries to ensure revenues and expenses are recognized in the correct accounting period.
• ERP System Utilization: Gain practical experience and become proficient in using a large-scale Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for various accounting functions, data input, and financial tracking.
• Internal Customer Support: Provide excellent customer service to internal departments and stakeholders, effectively resolving inquiries and offering assistance related to accounting processes and financial data.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. This is an Entry-Level position designed for recent graduates or early career professionals looking to build a foundation in corporate accounting.
• Experience: Candidates should be recent graduates or early career professionals with demonstrated experience in academic or professional settings that involved customer interaction or problem-solving. Prior exposure to accounting software or financial data management is beneficial.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. Solid communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for interacting with internal teams and conveying financial information clearly. Possesses excellent customer service skills to support internal customers effectively. Must exhibit the ability to work efficiently and accurately under the pressure of tight deadlines. Proven quick learning ability and self-motivation are critical for success and growth within the role.