Senior Accountant: Close Leader & Automation Advocate

Full Sail University; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Full Sail University is seeking a senior accountant to lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, with primary responsibility for fixed assets, capital leases and related debt, and inventory.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with a continuous-improvement mindset, seeking to automate processes and improve workflows without compromising internal controls. This hands-on role offers ownership and opportunities to contribute to the accounting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with monthly financial close.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Play a significant role in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close; prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage fixed assets, leases, and related debt; ensure accurate capitalization and depreciation.
• Oversee inventory accounting and internal controls; support audits and financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes and improve data flows; leverage ERP capabilities.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or active CPA candidate

Tools

Workday

Job description

Full Sail University is seeking a senior accountant to lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, with primary responsibility for fixed assets, capital leases and related debt, and inventory.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with a continuous-improvement mindset, seeking to automate processes and improve workflows without compromising internal controls. This hands-on role offers ownership and opportunities to contribute to the accounting function.