Staff Accountant

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Element451 is a rapidly growing SaaS company revolutionizing how higher education institutions engage with prospective students. Our innovative platform is changing the future of student enrollment and marketing. We pride ourselves on having a dynamic fast-paced environment where every team member is empowered to contribute and make a difference.

We are seeking a reliable detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support our growing finance team. The ideal candidate is organized proactive and eager to grow their accounting skill set within a fast-paced SaaS environment.

You will join a small high-impact finance team where your contributions are immediately visible. At element451 youll have the ability to make a real tangible impact from day one. As an exciting high-growth company we offer the potential for fast career acceleration and skill development often much quicker than traditional paths like public accounting. This is a hybrid role with in office responsibilities in Raleigh NC.

What Youll Do:

Core Accounting (AP AR & GL Support)
Process financial transactions and assist with day-to-day AP/AR activities
Enter vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and department allocation
Maintain organized digital folders for invoices receipts contracts and supporting documentation
Monitor AP and AR aging reports and identify items needing follow-up
Communicate with vendors regarding payments and with customers regarding billing questions
Set up new vendors and support AP workflows through proper documentation
Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
Monitor and code company credit card transactions ensuring receipts and memos comply with travel and expense policies
Assist with customer contract entry revenue schedules invoice schedules and new client setup
Month-End Close & Reconciliations
Assist with bank reconciliations journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations
Support month-end reporting and close documentation
Help maintain organized records for internal controls and audit readiness
Operational & Administrative Support
Perform weekly mail pickup at the Raleigh WeWork office
Assist with general administrative and office-related tasks
Support process improvements documentation updates and ad-hoc finance projects

What You Bring to the Team

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
A proactive solutions-oriented mindset
Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to evolving processes
Comfort working in a hybrid environment with onsite responsibilities in Raleigh
A team player with a Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy
A clear communicator who collaborates well across departments

Bonus If You Have:

Internship experience in an accounting or finance role.
12 years of previous professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Familiarity with QuickBooks Online (QBO) or similar cloud-based accounting software.
Experience in a SaaS or technology company environment.
Understanding of basic ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

Core Accounting (AP AR & GL Support)
Process financial transactions and assist with day-to-day AP/AR activities
Enter vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and department allocation
Maintain organized digital folders for invoices receipts contracts and supporting documentation
Monitor AP and AR aging reports and identify items needing follow-up
Communicate with vendors regarding payments and with customers regarding billing questions
Set up new vendors and support AP workflows through proper documentation
Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
Monitor and code company credit card transactions ensuring receipts and memos comply with travel and expense policies
Assist with customer contract entry revenue schedules invoice schedules and new client setup
Month-End Close & Reconciliations
Assist with bank reconciliations journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations
Support month-end reporting and close documentation
Help maintain organized records for internal controls and audit readiness
Operational & Administrative Support
Perform weekly mail pickup at the Raleigh WeWork office
Assist with general administrative and office-related tasks
Support process improvements documentation updates and ad-hoc finance projects

What You Bring to the Team

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
A proactive solutions-oriented mindset
Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to evolving processes
Comfort working in a hybrid environment with onsite responsibilities in Raleigh
A team player with a Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy
A clear communicator who collaborates well across departments

Bonus If You Have:

Internship experience in an accounting or finance role.
12 years of previous professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Familiarity with QuickBooks Online (QBO) or similar cloud-based accounting software.
Experience in a SaaS or technology company environment.
Understanding of basic ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.

Required Experience:

Staff IC