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Creative Financial Staffing

Staff Accountant

Pay: $50,000–$60,000/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Youngstown, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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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).

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-9% projected decline

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Job Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Youngstown, OH $50,000- $60,000 A growing, multi-location organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional with 1–2 years of general ledger experience who is looking to continue developing their accounting skills within a growing organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and the monthly close process.

OVERVIEW OF THE STAFF ACCOUNTANT ROLE

Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes Prepare and post journal entries Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting schedules Assist with preparation and analysis of financial statements Research and resolve account discrepancies Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting functions as needed Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external reporting Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts Support audit and tax requests Assist with financial reporting and ad hoc accounting projects Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE STAFF ACCOUNTANT ROLE

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred 1–2 years of hands-on general ledger accounting experience Understanding of fundamental accounting principles Strong knowledge of debits, credits, journal entries, and account reconciliations Experience assisting with month-end close Ability to understand and analyze financial statements Strong Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong communication and problem-solving abilities Experience with an ERP or accounting system preferred EB-1960159667