US Accountant

Overview

US Accountant

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in compliance with US GAAP.
• Process journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transaction accuracy.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and credit card reconciliations.
• Monitor accounts receivable, issue invoices, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Ensure timely payment runs and proper documentation.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Provide insights into financial performance and trends.

Compliance & Audit

• Support external audits and tax filings (federal, state, and local).
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and company accounting policies.
• Maintain documentation required for regulatory compliance.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Work with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and increase efficiency.
• Support automation and digital transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience in the US.
• Strong knowledge of

  US GAAP

  and accounting principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification.
• Experience in [industry—optional].
• Knowledge of US tax principles (sales tax, payroll tax, corporate tax).
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-state accounting.