Senior Accountant

RPL International; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RPL International in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced accountant to maintain precise financial records and prepare consolidated statements. You will review general ledger activity, post journal entries, and support close processes.

The role requires 3 years of corporate accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel with ERP proficiency. You will collaborate with departments to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in a corporate setting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, consolidate, and report financial statements in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accurate classification of assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses.
• Post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and reclassifications as required.
• Perform complex account analyses and reconciliations, including bank and intercompany balances.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes with schedules and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Accounting software

Job description

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports.
• Review, analyze, and maintain general ledger accounts to ensure the accurate classification and reporting of assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and account reclassifications as required.
• Perform complex account analyses and reconciliations, including bank accounts, intercompany balances, subsidiary ledgers, fixed assets, and balance sheet accounts
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger; investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and support the integrity, consistency, and accuracy of financial data within accounting systems.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation of closing entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial information using advanced spreadsheets, trend analysis, and variance reporting to provide meaningful insights and support management decision-making.
• Utilize financial analytics to identify unusual trends, discrepancies, inefficiencies, financial risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Manage fixed and intangible asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, amortization, and related reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, and other recurring accounting transactions.
• Process and reconcile payments, accruals, and disbursements, ensuring transactions are accurate, properly authorized, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns and assist with other tax, regulatory, and compliance filings as required.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and the timely resolution of accounting matters.
• Support Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions through the review and analysis of transactions, work in process (WIP), reconciliations, and related accounting activity.
• Maintain and balance automated accounting and consolidation systems by validating financial data, reviewing system-generated reports, and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with the evaluation of internal controls and recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree/Relevant Experience
• Experience: 3 years of stable work history within accounting in a corporate environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, subledger to ledger relationships, and GAAP
• Exceptional computer skills, including expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with an ERP-level accounting system