We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Tampa, Florida. This role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, with involvement across the full accounting cycle, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close. The ideal candidate is organized, hands-on, and comfortable managing a variety of accounting responsibilities in a growing business environment.
Responsibilities:
- In charge of monthly closing activities, including preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, credit cards, payroll, intercompany transactions, and other general ledger accounts.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing, payment runs, customer billing, and collections follow-up.
- Maintain the general ledger and review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation, amortization, additions, and disposals.
- Assist with cash flow reporting, financial schedules, and routine reporting as needed.
- Support inventory accounting, including reviewing inventory variances, assisting with cycle counts, and participating in physical inventory procedures.
- Prepare and assist with tax filings, annual 1099 reporting, and documentation requests for external audits.
- Maintain organized accounting records and support compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist with additional accounting and administrative responsibilities as needed to support the overall finance function.
This is a permanent position. If you are interested, please reach out directly to Zoe Slater.
- Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting role with hands-on responsibility for general ledger activity and reconciliations.
- Working knowledge of month-end close procedures, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis.
- Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, and related filing requirements.
- Ability to prepare and review financial reports using spreadsheets with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and inventory accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.