Staff Accountant

CloudFirst empowers organizations to thrive in today’s digital, compliance-driven, and risk-intensive landscape by delivering secure, scalable, and compliant cloud infrastructure solutions. We combine enterprise-grade cloud technology with personalized, boutique-level service to support mission-critical applications and long-term business growth.

CloudFirst offers an opportunity to grow with an expanding company that values its people as much as its performance. We provide a flexible, people-first work environment that recognizes dedication, supports professional growth, and encourages meaningful collaboration.  If you’re looking to make an impact while growing your career in a values-driven organization, CloudFirst may be the right fit for you. 

Position Summary: 

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of CloudFirst and plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The Staff Accountant partners with cross-functional teams to align accounting practices in compliance with company standards, GAAP, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting & Close

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances in a timely manner
• Assist with revenue recognition, expense allocation, and intercompany accounting as applicable
• Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with GAAP

Accounts & Transactions

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice review, coding, and reconciliations
• Assist with cash management, bank reconciliations, and credit card reconciliations
• Review payroll-related entries and support payroll reconciliations in coordination with HR and payroll providers

Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and internal management reports
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests from Finance & Accounting
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• Help document accounting policies, procedures, and process improvements

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to requests
• Support SOX or internal control initiatives as applicable
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with Finance, Operations, HR, and external vendors to resolve accounting issues
• Support system implementations, integrations, and accounting process improvements as CloudFirst scales

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting or technology industry experience preferred)
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with accounting systems and Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
• Experience with ERP or accounting platforms (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar). QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-state accounting
• Progress toward CPA or other accounting certification

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
• Desire to learn, grow, and take ownership in a scaling organization

Alignment with CloudFirst Values:

At CloudFirst, how we work is just as important as what we deliver. Team members are expected to align their approach to work with CloudFirst’s core values, including:

Customer Focus: We are customer-centric in everything we do. Placing our clients at the heart of every decision.

Will-Do Attitude: We embody a Will-Do Attitude. Approaching every challenge as an opportunity to show value to our clients.

Collaboration: Collaboration defines how we work. We are team players committed to working together with responsiveness, support, and a shared purpose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CloudFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.