Staff Accountant (AP)

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking a Senior Accountant for our West Palm Beach, FL office. This fully onsite role will support accounts payable, general ledger, and financial reporting across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong Excel and ERP system skills. This position offers a collaborative environment with mentoring from experienced leaders and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience in a multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, reconciliations, and GL accounting.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable processes and vendor management.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger across multiple entities.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Assist with month-end close, variance analyses, and audit support.
• Perform AP reconciliations and three-way matching as needed.
• Support internal and external audits and ad hoc reporting.

Skills

Accounts payable

General ledger

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior AccountantLocation: West Palm Beach, FL (Fully Onsite)

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a stable, growing organization where your contributions are valued and your career can thrive? We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team in our beautiful West Palm Beach office. This is a fully onsite position offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders and mentors in a collaborative, professional environment.

Our company offers a strong culture, long-term stability, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities for advancement. This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment and wants to continue growing their career.

Why Join Us?

• Beautiful West Palm Beach office environment
• Stable and growing organization
• Exceptional company culture and team atmosphere
• Strong mentorship from experienced accounting and finance leaders
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Fully onsite role with high visibility and impact

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the accounting function across multiple entities. This individual will be heavily involved in accounts payable operations, general ledger management, financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end close activities, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Heavily support and oversee accounts payable processes
• Maintain and manage vendor records and information
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze aging reports
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial accuracy
• Perform accounts payable reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Conduct variance analysis and identify financial trends
• Review purchase orders and ensure proper three-way matching procedures
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Prepare and distribute AP reporting and analysis
• Support multi-entity accounting operations
• Assist with financial reporting and special projects
• Handle ad hoc reporting, analysis, and accounting assignments as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity environment
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
• Knowledge of PO processing and three-way matching
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• ERP system experience preferred

Compensation

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, Fully Onsite in West Palm Beach, FL

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.