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Staff Accountant

Accounting & Finance/Accounting/Finance

LHH

$30.00 - $33.00 per Hour

Atlanta, Georgia

Contract to hire

Accounting/Finance

Accounting & Finance

LHH is seeking a Staff Accountant to join one of our client’s dynamic teams in Midtown Atlanta. This role is pivotal in supporting the organization’s financial operations and ensuring accuracy across all accounting processes. The Staff Accountant will maintain precise financial records, prepare and analyze reports, and uphold compliance with GAAP and company policies. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate and current financial records for the company and its subsidiaries.

  • Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

  • Generate and analyze financial reports to provide actionable insights into organizational performance.

  • Assist in preparing financial statements in compliance with GAAP.

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing and vendor relations.

  • Perform regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

  • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and schedules.

  • Collaborate with managers and cross-functional teams to address accounting inquiries and ensure financial accuracy.

  • Utilize accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).

  • Contribute to process improvements and assist with additional accounting tasks as needed.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

  • 2–3 years of accounting experience preferred (entry-level candidates with strong fundamentals will be considered).

  • Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle Cloud) and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Solid understanding of accrual accounting, GAAP, and financial reporting principles.

  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as collaboratively.

  • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance



Pay Details: $30.00 to $33.00 per hour

Search managed by: Coleman Harris

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



Military connected talent encouraged to apply



To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy



The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


Ref US_EN_27_814387_3106401

Staff Accountant

Accounting & Finance/Accounting/Finance

LHH

$30.00 - $33.00 per Hour

Atlanta, Georgia

Contract to hire

Accounting/Finance

Accounting & Finance

LHH is seeking a Staff Accountant to join one of our client’s dynamic teams in Midtown Atlanta. This role is pivotal in supporting the organization’s financial operations and ensuring accuracy across all accounting processes. The Staff Accountant will maintain precise financial records, prepare and analyze reports, and uphold compliance with GAAP and company policies. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate and current financial records for the company and its subsidiaries.

  • Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

  • Generate and analyze financial reports to provide actionable insights into organizational performance.

  • Assist in preparing financial statements in compliance with GAAP.

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing and vendor relations.

  • Perform regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

  • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and schedules.

  • Collaborate with managers and cross-functional teams to address accounting inquiries and ensure financial accuracy.

  • Utilize accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).

  • Contribute to process improvements and assist with additional accounting tasks as needed.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

  • 2–3 years of accounting experience preferred (entry-level candidates with strong fundamentals will be considered).

  • Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle Cloud) and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Solid understanding of accrual accounting, GAAP, and financial reporting principles.

  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as collaboratively.

  • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance



Pay Details: $30.00 to $33.00 per hour

Search managed by: Coleman Harris

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



Military connected talent encouraged to apply



To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy



The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


Ref US_EN_27_814387_3106401
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