Job Details

Overview

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant for a well-established organization in Clearwater, FL. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on financial analysis, leading month-end close, and supporting business leadership with accurate, timely reporting.

The Senior Staff Accountant will apply GAAP principles to prepare financial statements, analyze data, and improve accounting processes across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze general ledger entries in accordance with GAAP
• Lead the month-end close process for multiple business units
• Perform cash management, bank reconciliations, and intercompany loan reconciliations
• Analyze financial data, trends, variances, and ratios; present findings to leadership
• Prepare balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other financial reports
• Review contracts, vouchers, and transactions for accuracy and compliance
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Maintain and improve accounting systems, controls, and processes
• Develop and maintain pro formas for contracts, pricing, and profitability analysis
• Assist with federal, state, and local reporting and tax filings
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Potential supervisory responsibilities
• Uphold strict confidentiality and company values

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• 4+ years of GAAP accounting experience
• 3–5 years of month-end close experience preferred
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Construction accounting and job costing experience a plus
• Supervisory or leadership experience a plus
• CPA designation is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Process-improvement mindset