Staff Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure financial accuracy across the organization. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong foundation in general accounting and tax compliance who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple deadlines effectively.

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in the month-end close process, account reconciliations, and tax reporting, while helping maintain compliance with state and local regulations.

What You’ll Do

Accounting & Close Process

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready financial records
• Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for external audits

Tax & Compliance

• Research and interpret tax regulations to support internal stakeholders
• Maintain a compliance calendar to ensure timely filings and reduce risk of penalties

Sales & Use Tax

• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns (monthly, quarterly, and annually)
• Monitor changes in tax laws and ensure ongoing compliance
• Reconcile tax accounts and resolve issues with taxing authorities
• Maintain exemption certificates and supporting documentation

Personal Property Tax

• Gather and manage asset data for tax reporting
• Prepare and file annual personal property tax returns
• Reconcile tax assessments and payments to the general ledger

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3–4 years of accounting and tax experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger processes
• Hands-on experience with sales and use tax filings
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems
• Experience with COINS (Construction ERP) is a plus
• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently

Why This Opportunity

• Competitive benefits package including fully employer-paid medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Additional benefits including vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and more

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Amber Kemp