Staff Accountant - Clearwater, FL

LHH; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Staff Accountant in Clearwater, FL, on-site. The role offers exposure to financial reporting, GL management, inventory, budgeting, audits, and potential M&A involvement. You will partner with sales and operations to resolve billing issues and support month-end close.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and brings accounting experience with a growth mindset. ERP experience (Syspro) and advanced Excel skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Accounting experience with a desire to learn and grow.
• ERP experience; Syspro is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills; Access, VBA, or SQL is a plus.
• Strong organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and close entries.
• Perform inventory accounting for materials, WIP, and FG.
• Prepare fixed assets, depreciation, debt, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Complete bank reconciliations and support treasury activities.
• Assist with external audits and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage invoicing and accounts receivable.
• Calculate and reconcile sales commissions.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to resolve billing issues.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Analyze financial results and identify trends.
• Gain exposure to M&A integration and financial analysis.
• Understand cost drivers including labor, materials, inventory, and production.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical mindset

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Syspro ERP

Job description

Staff Accountant

Location: Clearwater, FL (100% on-site)

Pay: $65k -$85k DOE

Are you a career-minded accounting professional looking for more than just another Staff Accountant position? Our client is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Staff Accountant who wants to become an integral contributor to a growing organization while building broad accounting and business experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a growth mindset and leadership aspirations. You'll gain exposure to financial reporting, general ledger accounting, accounts receivable, inventory, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and M&A, while learning how accounting connects to production, supply chain, logistics, and overall business operations.

What You'll Do

• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and prepare journal entries for month-end/year-end close
• Perform inventory accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Prepare fixed asset, depreciation, debt, and intercompany reconciliations
• Complete bank reconciliations and support treasury activities
• Assist with external audits and resolve discrepancies
• Manage invoicing and accounts receivable
• Calculate and reconcile sales commissions
• Partner with sales and operational teams to resolve billing issues
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Analyze financial results and identify trends
• Gain exposure to M&A integration and financial analysis
• Understand cost drivers including labor, materials, inventory, and production

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Accounting experience with a strong desire to learn and grow
• ERP experience; Syspro is a plus
• Advanced Excel skills; Access, VBA, or SQL is a plus
• Strong organization, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Analytical, inquisitive, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Team-first attitude with strong accountability and drive

Who Will Thrive Here?

Someone who doesn't want to stay in one accounting lane. If you're curious about how a business operates, enjoy solving problems, and want to expand your skills beyond traditional accounting, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact and grow toward future leadership opportunities.

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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