Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for the next step in your career? Apex Financial Partners is urgent hiring for a dynamic Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Columbus, Ohio. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly impact our financial success.
As a key member of our finance department, you will play a vital role in maintaining our financial health and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you are ready to advance your career in a top-tier organization, we want to hear from you today.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in strict accordance with GAAP standards.
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate settlements.
- Assist with the preparation of the annual operating budget and conduct variance analysis.
- Conduct internal audits and reconcile general ledger accounts to identify discrepancies.
- Prepare and file corporate tax returns while ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with department heads to forecast financial trends and assist in strategic planning initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and supporting documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- CPA certification or active CPA candidate status is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite).
- Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.