Staff Accountant

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Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
In-Office
60K-65K Annually
Junior
Edtech • Fintech • Payments • Financial Services • Hospitality
The Role
The Staff Accountant will manage financial operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, month-end closing, and supporting audit requests. This role emphasizes process improvement and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
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Who We Are + What We Do:

Booster is a mission-driven school fundraising company focused on cultivating virtuous leaders who want to change the world. Booster partners with over 6,000 schools each year and impacts over 3 million students across all 50 states. At the heart of our culture, our six virtues guide everything we do: Gratitude, Wisdom, Care, Courage, Grit, and Celebration. We deliver engaging, innovative, and active fundraising experiences for elementary and middle schools nationwide. From high-energy fun runs to all-in-one fundraising platforms and custom gear, we’ve helped schools raise over $1 billion for education. Booster is a fun, fast-paced, and purpose-filled place to work, where every day offers the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of students and school communities.

Are You Booster’s Next Staff Accountant?

As a Staff Accountant on the Finance team, you play a key role in ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations across the organization. This role supports the integrity of Booster’s financial reporting through journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close activities, audit support, and ongoing process improvement initiatives. You’ll work closely with accounting and cross-functional teams to maintain accurate financial records, support operational excellence, and help drive informed business decisions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and accountability matter.


How You’ll Impact Booster’s Mission:

General Ledger & Month-End Close

  • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.

  • Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.

  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by completing assigned tasks within established deadlines.

  • Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for balance sheet and income statement accounts.

  • Assist in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.

Financial Operations & Compliance

  • Process and review accounting transactions in accordance with company policies and GAAP.

  • Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management activities as needed.

  • Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external reporting requirements.

  • Assist with annual audit requests and provide supporting documentation to auditors.

  • Help maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.

Process Improvement & Team Support

  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and accuracy.

  • Assist with implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and tooling.

  • Collaborate with team members and cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial reporting.

  • Support special projects and ad hoc requests from the Director of Accounting, FP&A team, and CFO.

  • Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance roles

  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills preferred

  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented approach

  • High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial information

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities

Our Work Environment Includes:
  • Fun & Engaging Culture: Team lunches, annual events, leadership development resources, and ongoing recognition opportunities 

  • Technology: A PC for your time at Booster & a monthly phone allowance

  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 401k matching

  • Paid Time Off: 10 days PTO, 15+ observed holidays & business closed days, and paid parental leave

Compensation: $60,000-$65,000 annually

Location: Peachtree Corners, GA (hybrid)

Work Hours: Full time (40 hours/week)

Exempt/non-exempt: Exempt

Want to join our team but don't think this role is the best fit for you? Check out our other job opportunities at ChooseBooster.com.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance roles
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
  • Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
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The Company
Peachtree Corners, Georgia
549 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

In 2002, Chris Carneal founded Booster to help strengthen schools. Since then, Booster has offered ever expanding school fundraising services from fun runs to a school fundraising platform, custom gear to product sales. What’s our secret? It’s simple – we do more so you do less. Our specially designed programs, our un-matched service and second-to-none quality ensures you exceed your fundraising goals year after year. You have chosen the proven leader in fundraising, so relax, we got this

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