Staff Accountant

Clearwater Systems Inc.
  • Akron, OH
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant with a strong foundation in core accounting functions to join our accounting team. This role will be responsible for general ledger activities, month-end closing, and financial reporting, while also supporting key Accounts Receivable (AR) processes. The ideal candidate has experience with modern accounting software and a solid understanding of accounting principles.


Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting (Primary Focus)

  • Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Perform account reconciliations, including cash, accruals, and intercompany accounts
  • Support preparation of financial statements and internal reporting
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Accounts Receivable Support

  • Assist with invoicing, cash application, and collections activities
  • Monitor aging reports and support follow-up on outstanding balances
  • Resolve billing discrepancies and customer inquiries
  • Maintain accurate customer account records

Systems & Process Support

  • Utilize accounting software to record transactions and generate reports
  • Identify and recommend process improvements and efficiencies
  • Support system implementations, upgrades, or data clean-up initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
  • 3+ years of accounting experience with exposure to general ledger and accounts receivable functions
  • Proficiency in accounting systems
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Solid understanding of GAAP
  • High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
  • Proactive and deadline-oriented
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Exhibits excellent time management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a small to mid-size or fast-paced environment
  • Exposure to multi-entity accounting or high-volume transactions
  • Experience with process improvement or automation initiatives

Work Environment & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Numbers & Facts

LocationAkron, OH

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounting Policiesunmatched
  • Accounting Softwareunmatched
  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Accounts Receivable Processingunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Cash Applicationsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
  • Data Cleaningunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Staff Motivationunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Track Customer Issuesunmatched

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