Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at CFS, located in Atlanta, GA. CFS operates as a large, publicly traded organization, and this Staff Accountant position is crucial for the continuous strength and accuracy of its corporate accounting function. The role provides comprehensive exposure to various facets of corporate accounting, from consolidations and financial reporting to forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis. This position is vital in supporting strategic business operations and offers extensive interaction with senior leadership and key business partners across accounting, finance, treasury, tax, and financial systems teams. It’s an exceptional chance to build valuable M&A experience and develop expertise in critical areas like cash management and corporate financing, contributing directly to the company’s financial integrity and growth within a hybrid work environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Hybrid – Atlanta, GA
• Pay: $55000–$83000 yearly
• Mission: To support the corporate accounting function by assisting with financial reporting, analysis, and key accounting processes for a large, publicly traded organization.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Close & Consolidation: Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, assisting with the consolidation process, validating financial results, and analyzing reported performance for the corporate accounting function.
• Financial Planning: Support forecasting, budgeting, and broader financial planning initiatives, contributing to the organization’s strategic outlook.
• Specialized Accounting: Perform accounting duties related to acquisitions, divestitures, reserves, treasury activities, cash transactions, and borrowings, gaining experience in complex corporate finance areas.
• Reconciliation & Compliance: Prepare and rigorously review account reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies.
• Audit Support: Partner with both internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and support for audit requests and actively helping to resolve any accounting matters that arise.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. This role is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to transition from public accounting into industry, indicating suitability for early career or a career transition.
• Experience: Public accounting experience is preferred for this position, with strong career growth potential within a well-established accounting organization.
• Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent analytical capabilities, robust problem-solving abilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bonus: CPA preferred. Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment while meeting tight deadlines.