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Staff Accountant Staff Accountant Department: Corporate Finance Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Pune Description The Staff Accountant provides day-to-day accounting support within the accounting operations team. This role is responsible for managing billing and cash application activities, preparing reconciliations and journal entries, supporting month-end close processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. Key Responsibilities Enter and apply cash receipts within the accounting system. Process and manage billing transactions for clients. Reconcile billing discrepancies and ensure timely, accurate invoicing. Prepare month-end journal entries and assist with month-end close activities. Prepare monthly accruals and create journal entries for accrual postings. Complete ASC 606 revenue recognition files and related reporting activities. Prepare and maintain Excel-based reports and supporting documents. Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. Collaborate with internal teams to research and resolve outstanding accounting or billing issues. Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. 3-5+ years of accounting experience, including accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger support. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. Comfortable working in a structured, process-oriented environment with client-specific procedures. Strong attention to detail and accuracy mindset. Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong computer and general office skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational, documentation, time-management, multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced environment. .
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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