Senior Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Supervise and evaluate the daily posting of transactional activities to ensure both accuracy and completeness.

• Manage and document tuition and fee transactions in alignment with institutional policies and accounting standards.

• Prepare, review, and analyze general ledger entries, ensuring proper classification and compliance with GAAP.

• Create and maintain comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules, while investigating and resolving discrepancies.

• Generate financial reports and conduct analytical reviews to pinpoint trends, discrepancies, and areas needing attention.

• Utilize independent judgment to assess financial transactions and establish appropriate accounting treatment.

• Lead or make significant contributions to the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

• Review accounting transactions conducted by others to verify accuracy and adherence to policies.

• Assist with audits, compliance requirements, and regulatory reporting by providing necessary analysis and supporting documentation.

• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts through financial analysis and insights.

• Mentor and guide junior accounting personnel, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.

• Suggest and implement process enhancements to bolster controls, efficiency, and reporting accuracy.

• Exhibit professionalism, integrity, and ethical judgment in all financial activities.

• Safeguard the confidentiality of financial and organizational information.

• Identify issues, analyze root causes, and apply effective solutions.

• Handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines efficiently.

• Collaborate across functions to support organizational goals and ensure accurate financial reporting.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required.

• Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.

• A minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting experience is essential.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting practices.

• Proven ability to analyze financial data, apply accounting principles, and exercise independent judgment.

• Experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end closing processes.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development