Staff Accountant

Client Overview: Our Fort Lauderdale client is a growing consumer services company expanding into the South Florida market. They are looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team. They have different business lines and are continuing to acquire more opportunities. Salary/Hourly Rate: $60k - $65k Position Overview: The Staff Accountant will play a key role in managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and proactive in identifying process improvements. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant: Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards as a Staff Accountant. General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, review and post journal entries, and monitor transactions for completeness and accuracy. Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee AP/AR processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, vendor payments, and customer collections. Month-end and Year-end Close: Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, coordinating with other teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with the finance team to develop annual budgets and forecasts, monitor performance, and provide variance analysis as a Staff Accountant. Financial Analysis: Conduct a detailed financial analysis to support decision-making, identifying trends and opportunities for cost optimization. Tax Compliance: Assist in preparing tax returns and support audits, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and liaising with external advisors as needed, as a Staff Accountant. Required Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant: Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance standards. Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools. Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounting or multiple internships Strong academic understanding of GAAP and accounting principles. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting basics. Preferred Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills. Experience in the consumer services industry is a plus. Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required. Continuing education in Accounting or Finance is preferred. Benefits: If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental, and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays and a 401(K) retirement plan. Life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable. Commitment to diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atrium Staffing