Senior Accountant

Comfort Temp; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Temp seeks a Senior Accountant to manage general ledger, financial statements, and month-/year-end closings on-site in Gainesville. You will oversee AP/AR, reconciliations, and cash flow analysis, while supporting budgets, forecasts, audits, and tax filings.

Collaboration with operations, project management, and leadership will drive strategic decision-making and financial controls across projects. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, strong GAAP adherence, and continuous process

Qualifications

• Must maintain GAAP compliance and prepare financial statements.
• Budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management to support planning.
• Proficiency with accounting software/ERP and strong Excel skills for reconciliations and analysis.
• Knowledge of tax regulations, audits, and internal controls to minimize risk.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance; CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
• Experience in construction, mechanical services, or project-based industries and job costing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger activities and prepare/ review financial statements.
• Manage AP/AR processes, reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end closes, audits, and tax filings.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Develop and improve internal financial controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with operations, project management, and leadership for financial insights.

Skills

GAAP compliance

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cash flow management

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-deadline prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or progress toward certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

Comfort Temp Company provides integrated mechanical construction, commercial HVAC service, plumbing, and refrigeration solutions for new and existing buildings across the southeastern United States. The company is guided by strong family values and core principles of integrity, accountability, craftsmanship, and problem-solving, all with a people-first mindset. Comfort Temp focuses on designing, installing, and servicing systems that perform so reliably and seamlessly that occupants hardly notice them, allowing people to focus on what matters most. The team thrives on complex challenges, delivering technical excellence, intelligent pricing, and peace of mind for customers. Comfort Temp aims to be known as the best mechanical and plumbing contractor to work for and do business with in the Southeast U.S.

Role Description

The Senior Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area. This position is responsible for overseeing general ledger activities, preparing and reviewing financial statements, and ensuring accurate month-end and year-end closings. The Senior Accountant will manage accounts payable and receivable processes, reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts, and support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis. Day-to-day tasks include maintaining compliance with GAAP, assisting with audits and tax filings, and developing and improving internal financial controls and procedures. The role collaborates closely with operations, project management, and leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making and long-term business growth.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong financial accounting and reporting skills, including experience with general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and GAAP compliance.
• Candidates should possess skills in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management to support business planning and operational decision-making.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, as well as solid Excel skills for reconciliations, data analysis, and financial modeling.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of tax regulations, audit processes, and internal controls to help maintain compliance and reduce financial risk.
• Candidates should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates should possess clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or progress toward certification is preferred.
• Experience in construction, mechanical services, or a similar project-based industry, including job costing and WIP reporting, is beneficial.