Senior Accountant

ACCsurance

Miami Beach (FL)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for annual bonus

Job summary

A global retail and distribution company in Miami Beach is seeking a Senior Accountant. This role involves managing the general ledger, closing processes, and collaboration with the Controller. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, US GAAP expertise, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive compensation package, flexible time off, and opportunities for remote work. The company is experiencing significant growth and provides opportunities for career advancement to Assistant Controller.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor's in Accounting, Master's degree preferred.
2+ years of experience as a Senior Accountant or 3+ years of audit experience.
Experience managing recurring accounting processes.

Responsibilities

Lead month end and year end close processes.
Identify and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner.
Ensure timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.

Skills

US GAAP

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

Overview

$6 Billion Global Retail, Distribution, and E-Commerce Company is looking for it's next Senior Accountant with relatively quick promotion to Assistant Controller for one of their Heritage Retail Brands subsidiaries based on South Beach. Right now is an exciting time with this client, as they are poised for significant growth over the next 2-4 years, as they are in acquisition mode and just acquired a very large new Luxury Retail Brand and there is another acquisition in sight. The incumbent will get to be a part of this growth with a ton of exposure on the team and in the business. Microsoft Dynamics 365 has just been implemented and would like someone with the experience, but if not, just experience with a sophisticated Accounting Software package will work.

The Senior Accountant will receive a top of the line Benefits package, with flexible time off and great PTO, an outstanding compensation package that includes an above average salary and opportunities for annual bonus. This position come with the opportunity to work from home at least 2 days a week, and report directly to the Controller with opportunity to promote to Assistant Controller after mastery of the complex close process.

About the Role

As the Senior Accountant, you will assume a pivotal position in our client's organization, taking on the primary responsibility for maintaining the general ledger, recording journal entries, performing account reconciliations, maintaining product costing management, month close and year-end close responsibilities, and supporting the Corporate Controller in any accounting or reporting function as needed. In conjunction with the Corporate Controller, this role shares responsibility for maintaining an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position of the company, applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, follows department policies and procedures, and implements improvements. This position will also get exposure to operational accounting, tax and compliance activities.

In this role, you will be expected to leverage your deep understanding of Accounting best practices and industry trends to develop and implement strategies that optimize our client's financial performance. By closely monitoring key accounting indicators, you will provide insightful analysis and recommendations to leadership, contributing to informed decision-making and the achievement of our client's business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead month end, and year end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Identity and resolve accounting issues on an ongoing and timely basis
Assist with system improvements, automation initiatives, implementation of new processes and procedures as needed
Ensure timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and support internal and external audits
Partner with the Billing team to identify and resolve EDI issues and other billing discrepancies
Work with offshore teams to accurately record customer payments along with deductions and allowances and assist with their inquiries
Provide daily guidance to offshore Staff Accountants, review their work, and maintain deliverable quality
Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate invoice coding and resolve vendor questions and discrepancies
Support related in our office and across the US locations, including intercompany transactions and reconciliations
Manage sales tax filings through Avalara, respond to notices from state authorities, and prepare data for federal and state tax filings in coordination with tax advisors
Assist the Controller with compliance, internal control documentation, and other regulatory requirements
Identify and implement opportunities to automate manual accounting tasks and improve process efficiency
Support enhancements, configurations, and effective use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations

Required Experience

Minimum of a Bachelors in Accounting, Masters degree preferred
2+ years of experience as a Senior Accountant, or 3+ years of audit experience (Big 4 or large regional firm preferred), or mix of audit and industry experience
Strong understanding of US GAAP
Experience managing recurring accounting processes
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross functionally

Preferred Qualifications