Senior Accountant, (Finance Compensation)

Raymond James Financial, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James Financial, Inc. is seeking a finance professional to lead the process of setting business targets, monitor performance, and advise on financial consequences of major decisions.

You will prepare financial statements and analysis for complex business units, with regular interaction with senior management. The role requires handling general ledger activities, resolving complex accounting problems, and contributing to process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with 2–3 years’ experience in preparing and analyzing financial information.
• CPA preferred.
• Ability to prepare financial statements and reports; reconcile general ledger.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform analyses.
• Research GAAP issues and allocate costs.
• Respond to internal/external auditor questions.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

General ledger

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

General ledger software

Job description

Job Description SummaryLead the process of setting business targets and monitoring business performance, advise on the financial consequences of major decisions, lead the process of reporting financial and managerial data, and make recommendations targeted at improving and safeguarding financial results.Job DescriptionUnder limited supervision, uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to prepare financial statements and other financial analysis reports for complex business units and to analyze and reconcile all general ledger accounts. Limited guidance is provided to perform varied, complex accounting functions with responsibility for making extremely complex decisions. Evaluation, originality and ingenuity are required to locate, select and apply appropriate procedures, processes and techniques to specific assignments. Resolves or recommends solutions to complex problems. Regular contact with senior management and other internal customers is required to identify, research, and resolve accounting issues and problems.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesUses general ledger accounting software to prepare monthly financial statements and reports.Researches and makes recommendations to resolve unusual or irregular transactions.Reconciles general ledger accounts, prepares analyses and completes other monthly general ledger closing procedures.Analyzes general ledger accounts to identify unusual or irregular transactions and makes recommendations to resolve.Prepares/reviews reports of financial information for management.Responds to internal/external auditor issues and problems.Researches issues regarding application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to allocating costs and preparing financial statements.Identifies and recommends process improvements to increase efficiency in processing or analyzing financial information.Assists in training others.Resolves complex accounting problems.Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Knowledge of:Advanced accounting concepts, practices and procedures.Accounting software packages.Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).Skill in:Reviewing, interpreting and analyzing financial statements.Resolving unusual transaction and accounting discrepancies.Preparing financial statements and management reports.Researching GAAP issues.Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, spreadsheets and complex databases.Ability to:Implement changes to standard procedures when required by specific situations and circumstances.Make independent decisions and solve more complex accounting problems.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.Explain or clarify financial information to all levels of management.Provide training to others.Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.Provide a high level of customer service.Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Finance (Accounting preferred) with two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in preparing and analyzing financial information.Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.Licenses/Certifications:CPA preferred.Travel Required:NoWork schedule:HybridEducationBachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: FinanceWork ExperienceGeneral Experience - 3 to 6 years, Manager Experience - 13 months to 3 yearsCertificationsTravelLess than 25%WorkstyleHybridThe total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.We expect our associates at all levels to:• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firmAt Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.