Job ID: CE68641924
Location: Elyria, OH
Category: Accounting & Finance
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 02/18/2026
Staff Accountant (Contract w/ Full Time Possibility) | 3-Month Contract | Elyria, OH | Onsite | $30-40/ hr | Quickbooks Online
Job Description
A growing restoration and construction-focused organization is seeking a hands-on Staff Accountant for a 3-month contract engagement with strong potential for full-time hire. This role is fully onsite and designed to provide immediate accounting support during a transitional period. This position requires strong QuickBooks Online expertise and heavy software proficiency. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, can step in quickly with minimal ramp-up time, and brings solid full-cycle accounting experience. Leadership and external CPA partners are actively involved, creating strong collaboration and support.
What You Will Be Doing
– Manage full-cycle accounting including AP, AR, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance
– Perform bank and account reconciliations
– Support month-end close activities and financial reporting
-Process payroll cycles accurately and on time
-Maintain employee payroll records and resolve discrepancies
-Assist with payroll tax filings, garnishments, and benefit deductions
-Utilize QuickBooks Online to ensure accurate financial data management
-Partner with leadership and CPA support on backlog cleanup and process stabilization
-Support reporting needs using strong Excel and accounting software tools
– Perform bank and account reconciliations
– Support month-end close activities and financial reporting
-Process payroll cycles accurately and on time
-Maintain employee payroll records and resolve discrepancies
-Assist with payroll tax filings, garnishments, and benefit deductions
-Utilize QuickBooks Online to ensure accurate financial data management
-Partner with leadership and CPA support on backlog cleanup and process stabilization
-Support reporting needs using strong Excel and accounting software tools
What They’re Looking For
-3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in a fast-paced environment
-Strong QuickBooks Online experience required
-Heavy accounting software proficiency and systems adaptability
-A Progressive mindset
-Advanced Excel skills for reporting and audit support
-High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
-Strong communication skills and ability to work onsite with leadership
-Comfortable stepping into transitional environments and adding immediate value
-Construction, restoration, or project-based accounting experience preferred
-Strong QuickBooks Online experience required
-Heavy accounting software proficiency and systems adaptability
-A Progressive mindset
-Advanced Excel skills for reporting and audit support
-High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
-Strong communication skills and ability to work onsite with leadership
-Comfortable stepping into transitional environments and adding immediate value
-Construction, restoration, or project-based accounting experience preferred
Your Career Partner
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
