The Staff Accountant is a mid-level position within the Accounting department at Blue Grace.  This role supports the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP, contributing to the integrity of the general ledger and the monthly close process.  Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Staff Accountant assists with journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules across BlueGrace's U.S. and subsidiary entities.  This position offers meaningful exposure to freight brokerage and asset-light 3PL accounting, internal controls, and financial reporting in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record standard journal entries in the general ledger (GL) for recurring transactions, including accruals, deferrals, prepaids, depreciation & amortization, etc. in accordance with applicable GAAP guidance.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations for assigned GL accounts and resolving reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process by completing assigned tasks within established deadlines and communicating open items to the Accounting Supervisor.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Maintain supporting schedules and workpapers for financial statement line items, ensuring documentation is organized and audit-ready in accordance with internal control standards.
• Respond to inquiries from operations and management teams regarding GL activity.
• Support internal and external audit requests by gathering documentation, pulling GL detail, and preparing reconciliations as directed.
• Assist with ad hoc reporting, data pulls from Certinia (FinancialForce) or other systems, and special projects as assigned.
• Adhere to BlueGrace's accounting policies and internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure the reliability of financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 2 years of accounting experience.
• Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including the accrual basis of accounting, matching principle, and proper period cut-off.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or accounting systems (Certinia/FinancialForce, NetSuite, or similar) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet recurring deadlines in a high-volume close environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively within the accounting team and with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement in accounting processes.