Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant - Alpharetta, GA

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant will manage general ledger accounting, monthly close processes, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and reporting for a leading homebuilding company. This role ensures accuracy of financial records, supports special projects, and provides analytical insights to improve operational and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close processes and journal entries

• Maintain accounting systems and adhere to corporate policies

• Prepare bank account and general ledger reconciliations

• Oversee suspense account reconciliation and wire transfers

• Prepare monthly revenue entries, accruals, reclassifications, and allocation entries

• Support ESSBASE system reporting to track overhead expenses and compare to budgets and forecasts

• Run monthly fixed asset reports as required

• Prepare commission packages for review

• Support accounts payable activities

• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred

• Minimum of 2 years of general accounting experience

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel

• JD Edwards experience preferred

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development

• Exposure to homebuilding financial operations and reporting

Staff Accountant managing general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, revenue recognition, and reporting in a leading homebuilding company.