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BBB Industries

Staff Accountant

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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

$73,951 / year median in Alabama

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary We're seeking a Staff Accountant to support our finance team by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and supporting both month-end close and audit processes. This role is critical for ensuring compliance and driving financial accuracy.
Responsibilities General Ledger & Journal Entries:
Prepare and post accurate journal entries; maintain general ledger accounts in line with GAAP.
Account Reconciliations:
Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, AP/AR, and other general ledger accounts.
Month-End & Year-End Support:
Assist with closing processes and preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
Audit & Compliance:
Support external and internal audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
AP & AR Assistance:
Handle accounts payable and receivable tasks, including vendor and customer reconciliations.
Financial Analysis:
Generate reports, investigate discrepancies, and recommend solutions.
Process Documentation:
Help document policies, support ERP system usage, and identify potential improvements. Cross‑
Functional Collaboration:
Work with other departments (e.g., payroll, operations) to ensure consistency and resolve issues. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience—ideally in a corporate environment. Proficient in general ledger processes, reconciliations, and journal entries. Strong working knowledge of GAAP. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks) and Excel. Motivated self-starter with a collaborative spirit , adaptable and able to excel in a fast-paced environment.