Staff Accountant

Ascendo-Resources; Florida; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo-Resources is seeking a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire role in Altamonte Springs, FL, offering a hybrid schedule. The position provides hands-on accounting responsibilities with potential to transition to permanent employment.

Responsibilities include journal entries, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and support for AP/AR and fixed assets. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5+ years of corporate accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5+ years corporate accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and general ledger accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting ERP software.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports and analyze account variances.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset accounting as needed.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Assist with audits and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support day-to-day accounting operations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GL accounting

Month-end close

QuickBooks

Sage

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

Tools

Sage

ERP software

Job description

Our client in Altamonte Springs, FL is hiring a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a hybrid schedule. This is a great opportunity to join a growing organization in a hands-on accounting role with the potential to transition to a permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Prepare financial reports and analyze account variances
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset accounting as needed
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Assist with audits and maintain accurate financial records
• Collaborate with internal teams to support day-to-day accounting operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5+ years of corporate accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
• Experience with QuickBooks; Sage experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Ascendo is a certified minority-owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.