Senior Staff Accountant

Panther Service Group; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Panther Service Group in Florida is seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. You will handle general ledger, assist with month-close, payroll processing, and reconciliations while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of financial data.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of experience, and proficiency with QuickBooks and Sage, strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel, and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Sage accounting software.
• Experience processing payroll and related reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of financial and employee payroll information.
• Collaborate with management to provide financial insights and support business decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Sage accounting software, and payroll processing experience. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, processing payroll, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of financial and employee payroll information.
• Collaborate with management to provide financial insights and support business decisions.

QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Sage accounting software.
• Experience processing payroll and related reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience in a growing or mid-sized business environment.
• Knowledge of payroll tax compliance and multi-state payroll processing.
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Highly organized and process-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Dependable and accountable
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

This position is ideal for a proactive accountant who enjoys owning processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting a growing organization through strong accounting and payroll expertise.