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Sr. Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$72,930 / year median in Florida
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain the general ledger by recording financial transactions and verifying that entries align with accounting standards and internal controls.
- Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and clear explanations for adjustments.
- Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and other assigned accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Complete bank reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate variances between cash records and bank activity.
- Analyze financial data to identify unusual trends, correct errors, and improve the accuracy of reported results.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for close, reporting, and account review activities.