Senior Staff Accountant

Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Tampa, Florida

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$110,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Automation, Balance Sheet, Communication Skills, County Ordinances, Cross-Functional, Documentation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Quality Assurance Methodology, Reconciliation, SEC Filings, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), State Laws and Regulations, Technical Accounting, Technical Research, Technical Writing, Testing, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tampa, Florida
POSTED
8 days ago

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join their accounting and finance team. This is a direct-hire opportunity in which the ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in public accounting and/or publicly traded company accounting, experience with SEC filings (10-K and 10-Q), financial reporting, audit support, and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings, including:
    • Form 10-K
    • Form 10-Q
    • 8-K filings
    • Supporting schedules and disclosures
  • Participate in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.
  • Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide recommendations to management.
  • Support internal and external audit activities by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to audit inquiries.
  • Assist with SOX compliance initiatives, internal controls testing, and process improvements.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional departments including FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.
  • Research and document technical accounting matters and ensure compliance with accounting standards and SEC requirements.
  • Develop and improve accounting procedures to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation for complex accounting transactions.
  • Support special projects, system implementations, and process automation initiatives as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Experience within a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm serving public company clients.
  • Hands-on experience preparing or supporting SEC filings, including 10-K and 10-Q reports.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
  • Experience supporting internal and external audits.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines.
  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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 California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

About the Company

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Ledgent Finance & Accounting