Staff Accountant

Position Overview

Trusteer Financial is adding to its team because of ongoing business growth and is looking for a full-time Staff Accountant in Ohio, United States. This opportunity is aimed at an early-career accounting professional who is comfortable with detailed work, performs well under recurring deadlines, and wants to build a strong base in outsourced accounting services while taking on broader client support over time.

The role reports to an Accounting Manager or Senior Manager and is responsible for handling day-to-day accounting administration across several client accounts. The main focus areas include payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and keeping recurring deliverables moving smoothly and on time.

Core Accounting Responsibilities

• Run payroll accurately and on schedule, keep supporting payroll records updated, and coordinate follow-up on payroll-related questions.
• Oversee daily accounts payable tasks, including vendor bill processing, coding support, payment monitoring, and well-organized documentation.
• Handle accounts receivable activities such as invoice preparation, collections tracking, matching incoming payments, and escalating unresolved balances when necessary.
• Keep accounting records accurate by posting routine entries, updating support schedules, and ensuring client files remain complete and current.
• Prepare and reconcile bank, credit card, and other balance sheet accounts as assigned.
• Assist with the month-end close by collecting backup, building schedules, and tracking open accounting items through completion.

Systems, Tools, and Automation

• Work in modern accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, Gusto, Deel, and similar applications.
• Use Slack, project management software, and shared workflows to coordinate tasks across teams.
• Look for ways to improve recurring accounting routines and make them more efficient.
• Spot inefficiencies and recommend more streamlined, system-based methods.
• Support the rollout and setup of new tools and systems across client accounts.
• Help develop standardized, repeatable processes across the firm.

Operations and Coordination

• Track recurring accounting work in the project management system and follow up with teammates on deadlines, dependencies, and missing details.
• Maintain orderly digital records for payroll, AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end support material.
• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teammates about routine requests, open questions, and daily deliverables.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping, accounting operations, payroll, or staff accounting.
• Working understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger processes.
• Strong organization and the ability to stay on top of recurring deadlines.
• Comfort with learning new software quickly and adapting to changing tools.
• Interest in automation, efficiency, and workflow improvement.
• Familiarity with tools such as Slack, Notion, and Airtable, or similar systems, is desirable.
• Curiosity about how technology can improve accounting work.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; exposure to modern accounting applications is an advantage.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with a professional approach.
• High attention to detail, strong ownership of tasks, and comfort in process-driven environments.

Compensation

The annual salary for this role is $50,000 to $65,000. This position is intended for an early-career hire with strong growth potential and a fast-track path toward Senior Accountant responsibilities.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Ohio, United States.