Senior Staff Accountant

Leslie Prince
  • Boca Raton, Florida
  • $65,000–$85,000
30+ days ago

Job Description

Senior Staff Accountant -

The Senior Staff Accountant will support the accounting and finance functions by performing complex accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, assisting with audits, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This role is ideal for a high‑performing accounting professional looking to learn and grow within the company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes
  • Support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Maintain and improve internal controls, policies, and procedures
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed
  • Assist with special projects and system/process improvements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
  • CPA license a plus or actively pursuing CPA certification (CPA track supported)
  • 3-6 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
  • Experience with general ledger systems and ERP software
  • Advanced Excel skills; exposure to financial reporting tools a plus
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Experience

  • Public accounting or audit background a plus
  • Experience working in a multi‑entity or fast‑paced environment
  • Exposure to internal audits, SOX, or compliance frameworks

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
  • Paid time off and holidays

Full Benefits, PTO, Flex Schedule

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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBoca Raton, Florida
Salary$65,000–$85,000

Skills

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  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
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  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
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  • Forecastingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
  • Internal Auditunmatched
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  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
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  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
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  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
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  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Public Accountingunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Regulatory Reportsunmatched
  • Regulatory Submissionsunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)unmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Tax Regulationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Trend Analysisunmatched
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  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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