Senior Accounting Manager

Kforce Inc; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ADD insurance

Job summary

Kforce Inc. in Clearwater, FL is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. This hands-on role focuses on month-end closes, internal controls, and team development to ensure accurate financials.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of accounting and solid U.S. GAAP knowledge, with ERP experience and strong communication to partner with leadership on budgeting and planning.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience leading accounting teams and close processes.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• ERP experience with SAP/Oracle/NetSuite/Workday.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and account reconciliations.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Lead financial statement preparation and management reporting activities.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues and reporting questions.
• Monitor balance sheet accounts and investigate significant variances.
• Develop, implement, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
• Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and business planning initiatives.
• Lead process improvement and automation efforts to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability and professional growth.

Skills

Accounting leadership

US GAAP

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Team development

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager in Clearwater, FL. Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close activities, and team development efforts. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, strengthening internal controls, and providing leadership to accounting staff. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, process improvement experience, and the ability to partner effectively with business leadership. Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and account reconciliations
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements
• Lead financial statement preparation and management reporting activities
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues and reporting questions
• Monitor balance sheet accounts and investigate significant variances
• Develop, implement, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and controls
• Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and business planning initiatives
• Lead process improvement and automation efforts to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability and professional growth

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior accounting management or supervisory experience
• Experience managing month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Experience supporting audits and internal controls
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Strong background in general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or CPA candidate
• Public accounting experience
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or similar platforms
• Experience in multi‑entity, corporate, or private equity‑backed environments
• Experience leading accounting process improvements and system implementations

Key Competencies

• Accounting Operations
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger Management
• Month‑End Close
• Account Reconciliations
• U.S. GAAP
• Audit Management
• Internal Controls
• Leadership & Team Development
• Process Improvement
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Business Partnership

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.