Staff Accountant

Dynata

. Assist with month-end closing procedures .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,000 - $77,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial accounting, including month-end closing procedures, general ledger reconciliation, and variance analysis. Proficient in maintaining internal controls and supporting audits while effectively communicating financial insights to management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or Finance5+ Years Of Relevant Accounting ExperienceCPA Or Other Relevant CertificationFinancial Statement PreparationProficient In Microsoft Applications

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Hard Skills

General Ledger ReconciliationJournal Entry PreparationVariance AnalysisFinancial ReportingCost Reduction StrategiesData AnalysisInternal ControlsProblem-SolvingMonth-End Closing ProceduresAudit Support

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilityProfessionalismTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsProject Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Financial AccountingCorporate AccountingCost AnalysisFinancial InsightsInternal Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with month-end closing procedures
Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring proper classification and accuracy
Partner with manager monthly to examine financial statements, ensure accurate reporting, and identify ways to reduce costs and increase profitability
Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights to management for decision-making
Maintain adequate internal controls to safeguard company assets
Apply rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions
Support interim and year-end audits, including financial statement preparation
Assist with ad hoc projects such as automation or system implementation
Support general accounting, corporate accounting, and financial reporting functions
Prepare financial accounting data accurately and on time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
5+ years of relevant accounting experience preferred
Pursuing CPA or other relevant certification a plus
Analytical ability to mine and collect data
Problem-solving skills to gather and analyze information skillfully
Responds to inquiries quickly with professionalism and tact
Ability to organize, manage, prioritize, and handle numerous projects/tasks
Works well as an individual and as part of a team
Willing and eager to help others and share knowledge and skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive program may be provided as part of the compensation package
Full range of medical and other benefits, dependent on full-time employment status
Accommodations available upon request for all aspects of the selection process