Staff Accountant - Tampa, FL

LHH; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Staff Accountant for an on-site role in Tampa, FL. This contract-to-hire position involves managing the general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting to support the finance team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting and at least 2 years of accounting experience, with strong Excel/Word skills and attention to detail. Pay ranges from $33.49 to $38.39 per hour, with comprehensive benefit options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with General Ledger, Reconciliations, Bank Reconciliations, Payroll Accounting, Fixed Assets, Prepaid Expenses, Accrual Entries.
• Experience supporting month-end close preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare accruals, prepaid expense schedules, and related journal entries.
• Maintain payroll accounting records and prepare payroll-related entries.
• Track and maintain fixed asset accounting records.
• Assist with annual audits, including schedules, documentation, and auditor requests.
• Coordinate audit-related deadlines and follow-up items.
• Prepare productivity reports and variance analyses.
• Ensure financial records are accurate and compliant with accounting standards.
• Support day-to-day accounting operations and special projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

General Ledger

Job description

Staff Accountant

Tampa, FL | 100% Onsite

Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $33.49 - $38.39/hour

Are you an accounting professional who enjoys working with general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting? We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing Finance team in Tampa. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of accounting functions while supporting critical financial operations in a collaborative environment.

If you're looking for a role where your work truly matters and you can continue building your accounting career, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and financial analysis
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Prepare accruals, prepaid expense schedules, and related journal entries
• Maintain payroll accounting records and prepare payroll-related entries
• Track and maintain fixed asset accounting records
• Assist with annual audits, including schedules, documentation, and auditor requests
• Coordinate audit-related deadlines and follow-up items
• Prepare productivity reports and variance analysesEnsure financial records are accurate and compliant with accounting standards
• Support day-to-day accounting operations and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
• Experience with:
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Account Reconciliations
  • Bank Reconciliations
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Fixed Assets
  • Prepaid Expenses
  • Accrual Entries
• Experience supporting month-end close preferred

Skills You'll Need

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience preparing journal entries and reconciliations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information

Pay Details: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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