Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Contract position within the real estate and property sector in Saint Louis, Missouri. This role is well suited for someone who can manage core accounting activities with accuracy, maintain organized financial records, and contribute to timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with general ledger work, journal entries, and tax-related responsibilities in a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial activity is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end close processes.
• Assist with corporate tax activities, including compiling information needed for filings and supporting tax return preparation.
• Manage sales tax-related tasks by reviewing transactions, reconciling data, and helping ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Analyze financial records and supporting documentation to improve accuracy and strengthen reporting reliability.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather accounting information, answer questions, and support routine financial operations.
• Reconcile accounts on a regular basis and investigate variances to keep balances complete and accurate. Requirements
• Experience working in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role.
• Working knowledge of corporate tax principles and exposure to corporate tax return support.
• Hands-on experience with sales tax processing, review, or reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Ability to organize financial information accurately and meet deadlines in a Contract assignment.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet-based analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

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