Job Description
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have a four-year accounting degree and substantial experience with QuickBooks Online. This position will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing accurate financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Conduct month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.
- General Ledger Management:
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts.
- Perform journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Monitor budget variances and provide analysis and explanations.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
- Manage collections and follow up on outstanding receivables.
- Tax Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
- Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns.
- Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors as needed.
- Internal Controls:
- Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with financial operations.
- QuickBooks Online Management:
- Maintain the QuickBooks Online system, ensuring accurate data entry and system integrity.
- Train and support staff in using QuickBooks Online.
- Troubleshoot and resolve QuickBooks Online issues.
- Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support.
- Lead and mentor junior accounting staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of [X] years of experience in accounting, with at least [Y] years in a senior role.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is required.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
- Experience in [specific industry] is preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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To apply please email your resume to jturton@ledgent.com