Staff Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization in the Carmel, Indiana area to identify a skilled Staff Accountant for a long-term contract opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on problem-solving, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting month-end close activities, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience with a reputable organization while contributing to critical accounting functions and supporting a collaborative finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger

• Perform monthly bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations

• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes

• Analyze financial transactions and investigate discrepancies

• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation

• Prepare and review financial reports for management

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed

• Assist with fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules

• Help ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards

• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to improve accounting processes

• Participate in audits and provide requested documentation

• Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting requests

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

• 3+ years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant, Accounting Analyst, or similar role

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting

• Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close activities

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs

• Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms preferred

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a corporate accounting environment

• Exposure to financial statement preparation and analysis

• Previous experience supporting audits

• Experience identifying process improvements and efficiencies

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain experience with a respected organization in the Carmel market

• Collaborative and supportive accounting team environment

• Opportunity to enhance technical accounting and reporting skills

• Valuable contract experience that can strengthen your resume

• Competitive compensation and potential for extension based on business needs

Pay Details: $28.00 to $31.00 per hour

Search managed by: Coleman Harris

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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