Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Valrico, Florida. This role will contribute to monthly close activities, reconciliation work, financial analysis, and reporting support while helping maintain accurate records across the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment when investigating variances, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams in a deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to the monthly close cycle by completing assigned accounting tasks, recording transactions accurately, and meeting established deadlines.
Prepare and enter recurring and non-recurring journal entries while ensuring proper support and alignment with accounting records.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate outstanding variances, and take appropriate action to clear unresolved items.
Oversee equipment floorplan accounting activity by comparing lender information to ledger balances and resolving any discrepancies identified.
Maintain intercompany reconciliations and work with relevant stakeholders to eliminate differences between related accounts.
Assist with trial balance review, month-end reporting packages, account analysis, and preparation of supporting schedules.
Provide accounting support for receivables reporting, audit documentation, purchasing card entries, and related reconciliations as needed.
Research unusual accounting issues, partner with other departments to correct exceptions, and keep documentation organized for audit and compliance purposes.
Support leadership with special assignments, ad hoc financial analysis, and other accounting-related projects as business needs evolve. Requirements - Experience in staff accounting with hands-on responsibility for journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
Working knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return processes.
Ability to analyze account activity, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with accuracy and attention to detail.
Familiarity with month-end close procedures, trial balance review, and preparation of financial support schedules.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain clear documentation and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Proficiency in collaborating across departments to gather information and resolve accounting exceptions.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls in a detail-focused finance environment.
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