Staff Accountant

ARGO is a leading provider of software and analytics solutions for both the financial services and healthcare industries. ARGO transforms business processes for financial service providers and healthcare organizations using proven business models and software innovation informed by real customer challenges, breakthrough technology, and rich analytics.

JOB SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting key accounting functions including project billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll operations, and financial analysis within a technical, project driven environment. This role is well suited for a recent Accounting graduate who is eager to learn, grow, and develop strong foundational accounting and payroll skills. The Staff Accountant will receive training and guidance from the Accounting Manager and will collaborate closely with Project Managers, HR, and other finance team members to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely financial processing.

TIME ALLOCATION

Approximate distribution of responsibilities
• Payroll Operations: 35%
• Project Billing & Invoicing: 25%
• Accounts Receivable, Cash Application & Reporting: 15%
• Accounts Payable Support & Contract Review: 10%
• Account Reconciliations, Financial Analysis & Audit Support: 10%
• Process Improvement & Administrative Support: 5%

EXPECTED WORK AND PERFORMANCE (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

Payroll Operations
• Assist in the full payroll processing cycle for hourly and salaried employees (training provided).
• Enter and verify payroll data for new hires and rehires, including tax and withholding information.
• Review and validate time entries in Replicon, identifying discrepancies with guidance from senior staff.
• Support processing of off cycle checks and termination payments.
• Participate in year end payroll reporting, including W 2s, T4s, 1095 Cs, and other required documents.
• Prepare basic payroll reports and ad hoc summaries.

Project Billing & Invoicing
• Assist with preparation of draft and final invoice packages under the supervision of the Accounting Manager.
• Learn to communicate with Project Managers regarding project billing needs, contract terms, and updates.
• Help maintain accurate billing files and project related documentation.
• Participate in researching unbilled items and supporting billing accuracy.

Accounts Receivable & Cash Application
• Support invoice issuance and customer billing file maintenance.
• Assist with reconciliation of cash receipts and resolution of unapplied cash.
• Help generate weekly receivables reports and monthly margin reports.

Project Setup & Timekeeping Support
• Assist with setting up new projects and maintaining project data.
• Support weekly time sheet reviews alongside the accounting team.

Financial Analysis, Reconciliations & Audit Support
• Perform basic monthly account reconciliations with training.
• Assist with P&L review and trend analysis as assigned.
• Support interim and year end audit activities, including gathering documents and performing research.

Process Improvement & Organizational Alignment
• Participate in improving accounting and payroll workflows.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (recent graduates encouraged to apply).
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles.
• Internship experience in accounting, finance, payroll, or related work is a plus but not required.

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE
• Basic knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting (training provided).
• Strong Excel skills (familiar with formulas; training provided for advanced functions).
• Ability to analyze numerical data and maintain accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, take direction, and build confidence over time.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Customer service mindset and willingness to collaborate across teams.

PREFERRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE
• Experience with Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar accounting systems (training provided if not).
• Exposure to payroll systems or time tracking software (Replicon experience a plus).
• Coursework or internship exposure to payroll, contract review, or project based accounting.
• Demonstrated interest in process improvement or analytics.

ATTENDANCE/WORK LOCATION
The position is based in our Richardson, TX office. Daily physical presence in the office is required for interaction with co-workers, attending meetings, and for collaboration on projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; sit stationary; constantly operate computer keyboarding and office equipment. talk or hear, to communicate with employees, and/ or customers (must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations). The employee is required to regularly communicate with other employees, confer or coordinate with other employees.

DISCLAIMER
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for U.S. or Canadian based positions with ARGO must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time for ARGO positions.

Pre-employment background screening will be conducted.