Staff Accountant
Posted: 07/21/2026
Industry: Accounting and Finance
Job Number: 19349
Security Clearance: NA / not required
Work Model: Hybrid
Job Description
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Pay Rate: $60-80k
Location: Cranston, RI
Duration: PERM
Shift: Standard Business Hours – Hybrid EligibleÂ
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant supports the accounting and financial reporting functions by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with the monthly close, and ensuring accurate financial records. This role works closely with finance and operating teams to support business objectives and maintain strong internal controls.
Essential Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education
Pay Rate: $60-80k
Location: Cranston, RI
Duration: PERM
Shift: Standard Business Hours – Hybrid EligibleÂ
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant supports the accounting and financial reporting functions by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with the monthly close, and ensuring accurate financial records. This role works closely with finance and operating teams to support business objectives and maintain strong internal controls.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
- Maintain general ledger and fixed asset records.
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
- Support inventory and manufacturing accounting.
- Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance activities.
- Prepare schedules for treasury and financial reporting.
- Maintain accounting documentation and internal controls.
- Participate in ERP and process improvement initiatives.
- Perform other accounting and financial analysis as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 2–5 years of accounting experience.
- Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong accounting and analytical skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Timely completion of month-end close activities.
- Well-maintained account reconciliations.
- Strong compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
- Positive collaboration across departments.
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