Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a corporate headquarters Boca Raton, Florida on a Contract basis. This role supports core accounting operations by maintaining the general ledger, assisting with period-end activities, and producing accurate financial information for leadership. The position also partners with operational teams to strengthen financial controls, resolve accounting questions, and support consistent reporting across assigned locations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries by reviewing financial activity and translating business transactions into accurate general ledger records.
• Support monthly and period-end close activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, and review of results to identify variances or unusual trends.
• Provide accounting guidance to facility and program leadership by explaining budget-to-actual differences, researching transaction treatment, and coordinating accruals, transfers, and corrections.
• Help maintain compliance with company accounting practices by reinforcing procedures, internal controls, invoice processing standards, and purchasing card administration.
• Monitor operational financial processes such as billing, payroll-related accounting, fixed assets, payables, client funds, and expense activity to promote timely and accurate reporting.
• Track inventory and fixed asset changes, preparing documentation for asset additions, disposals, and related record updates.
• Review and code vendor invoices to the appropriate accounts and obtain approvals when charges fall outside normal expectations.
• Communicate with managers, directors, staff, and vendors to clarify purchases, confirm expense allocation, and resolve accounting issues professionally.
• Prepare recurring contractual billing reports and submit them accurately and on schedule in line with reporting requirements. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Knowledge of month-end close procedures and financial reporting practices.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support.
• Ability to analyze financial transactions, investigate discrepancies, and apply appropriate accounting treatment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with management, operational staff, and external vendors.
• Proficiency in organizing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

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