Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a finance team in Florida. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can support accurate reporting, strengthen financial controls, and contribute to day-to-day accounting operations. The role offers the opportunity to work across departments while helping maintain reliable financial data and supporting business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Record and post journal entries to support an accurate and efficient month-end close process.

• Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts, research variances, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Review vendor-related accounting activity, including payments, account balances, and accruals, to maintain proper financial records.

• Compile and organize financial information used for budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.

• Evaluate financial results, identify trends or unusual fluctuations, and share findings that support informed decision-making.

• Partner with teams across the organization to strengthen accounting workflows and reinforce internal controls.

• Support audit activities by gathering documentation, responding to requests, and helping ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance the reliability of accounting processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• One to three years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or corporate finance setting.

• Hands-on experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

• Knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return processes is strongly preferred.

• Experience with financial systems and accurate data entry in accounting platforms.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for reporting and analysis.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

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