Staff Accountant

Addison Group; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Monetary bonuses

Potential for permanent employment

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A leading finance and accounting firm is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant for their Saint Petersburg, Florida location. The successful candidate will maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance, reconcile bank accounts, and prepare journal entries. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 0-2 years of accounting experience. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is mandatory.
• 0-2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• In the process of obtaining CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance.
• Reconcile bank accounts daily.
• Prepare and post journal entries for transactions.
• Complete month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized financial records and support audit requirements.
• Support regulatory reporting and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and projections.
• Participate in process improvement for reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Engage in training programs for ongoing professional development and industry alignment.

Skills

General accounting knowledge

Account reconciliation

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Consolidation

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA-Eligible

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team!

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile bank account activity daily, verifying deposits, managing customer accounts and communicating with internal business partners.
• Prepare and post journal entries to record transactions.
• Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and assigned tasks.
• Financial statement preparation and consolidation experience (Balance Sheet, Income Statement & Cash Flow)
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and support audit requirements.
• Support regulatory reporting efforts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Contribute to the financial budgeting, forecasting, and projection processes.
• Engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Take part in internal and operational training programs to support ongoing professional development and ensure alignment with industry best practices.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, as well as solid knowledge of accounting and generally accepted accounting principles
• 0-2 years of experience including general accounting, month-end close, account analysis, consolidation, and financial reporting
• CPA-Eligible and in process

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment or are permanent roles
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation