Staff Accountant

Since 1996, C2 Essentials has helped small businesses grow by providing HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance support. We work with companies across the country and are committed to delivering reliable service and practical solutions to our clients.

The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in accounting operations, tax compliance, financial reporting, business registrations, and insurance compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Reconcile benefits-related AP invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve all discrepancies between the invoices and our payroll records
• Process the timely filing and payment of federal, state, and local payroll taxes (withholding, FUTA, SUTA) for multiple companies
• Support external and internal audits including the preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements, including documentation of workflows and controls
• Mentor or provide guidance to junior accounting staff, as applicable
• Assist the Controller and CFO with ad hoc reporting, analyses and special projects as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with a strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Minimum of 3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience with a strong understanding of general ledger activity, journal entries and account reconciliations (i.e., must be able to identify and resolve discrepancies)
• Proven experience supporting the month-end and year-end close processes
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, etc.)
• Familiarity with process improvement and documentation of accounting procedures

C2 Essentials is an Equal Opportunity Employer.