Accountant

CFS

Dayton, OH

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Business Operations, Business Support, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Dayton, OH
POSTED
Today
Position Overview

The Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including preparing account reconciliations, posting journal entries, and performing general ledger analysis. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely reporting to support business operations and decision-making.

The position works closely with the accounting team to ensure financial data is accurate, complete, and aligned with established accounting standards and internal procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform reconciliations for multiple cash and balance sheet accounts

  • Prepare and post journal entries while monitoring and analyzing general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness

  • Reconcile and review asset, liability, revenue, and expense accounts

  • Assist with month-end close processes, including preparation of supporting schedules and reports

  • Support annual audit activities by preparing requested documentation and reports

  • Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by management

  • Maintain and update documentation for accounting procedures and work instructions

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency within accounting operations

  • Collaborate with team members to support cross-training and knowledge sharing

  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support the accounting function

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

  • 5+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on general ledger work

  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting

  • Experience with enterprise accounting systems; ERP experience preferred

Core Competencies
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

  • Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn and grow professionally

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/