
Staff Accountant
Element451
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Raleigh • North Carolina • United States
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About the role
- Core Accounting (AP, AR & GL Support)
- Process financial transactions and assist with day-to-day AP/AR activities
- Enter vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and department allocation
- Maintain organized digital folders for invoices, receipts, contracts, and supporting documentation
- Monitor AP and AR aging reports and identify items needing follow-up
- Communicate with vendors regarding payments and with customers regarding billing questions
- Set up new vendors and support AP workflows through proper documentation
- Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
- Monitor and code company credit card transactions, ensuring receipts and memos comply with travel and expense policies
- Assist with customer contract entry, revenue schedules, invoice schedules, and new client setup
- Month-End Close & Reconciliations
- Assist with bank reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Support month-end reporting and close documentation
- Help maintain organized records for internal controls and audit readiness
- Operational & Administrative Support
- Perform weekly mail pickup at the Raleigh WeWork office
- Assist with general administrative and office-related tasks
- Support process improvements, documentation updates, and ad-hoc finance projects
Requirements
- A team player with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
- Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to evolving processes
- Internship experience in an accounting or finance role.
- 1–2 years of previous professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks Online (QBO) or similar cloud-based accounting software.
- Experience in a SaaS or technology company environment.
- Understanding of basic ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment with onsite responsibilities in Raleigh, NC
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Core AccountingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableGeneral LedgerFinancial TransactionsBank ReconciliationsJournal EntriesBalance Sheet ReconciliationsExpense ReportsRevenue Recognition
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailTime ManagementProactive MindsetSolutions-OrientedTeam PlayerAdaptabilityCommunicationOrganizational SkillsCommitment to AccuracyPrioritization