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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Panama City, Florida. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support period-end close activities, and contribute to reliable reporting across core accounting functions. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with both finance and operational teams while strengthening processes that support compliance, accuracy, and timely decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Record standard and adjusting journal entries, ensuring each transaction is supported by clear and complete documentation.
• Reconcile cash, credit card, balance sheet, and general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Process vendor invoices with appropriate account coding and approvals, then review supplier statements to address payment, balance, or credit issues.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end close by preparing schedules, tracking deadlines, and raising concerns when needed.
• Assist in creating financial analyses, internal reports, and explanations for account fluctuations and operating results.
• Maintain organized accounting records that align with U.S. GAAP, company guidelines, and established internal control standards.
• Provide support across accounts receivable, fixed assets, employee expenses, cash postings, and intercompany transactions as assigned.
• Compile audit documentation and respond to internal and external audit requests with accurate supporting materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to gather required records, clarify accounting treatment, and resolve coding or transaction questions.
• Recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve the accuracy of recurring accounting activities. Requirements
• 1 to 2 years of accounting experience with hands-on exposure to journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of core accounting concepts, financial statement relationships, and internal control practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including lookups, pivot tables, and data validation or review techniques.
• Experience using an ERP or accounting platform; familiarity with NetSuite is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline preferred; comparable education and relevant experience may also be considered.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, follow established procedures, and produce accurate work with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work well with finance and non-finance teams.
• Exposure to multi-entity, multi-location, or fast-paced business environments is a plus, along with familiarity with audit support, fixed assets, payroll accounting, or revenue recognition.

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