Staff Accountant

We are looking for a dependable Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a local government organization in Florida. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail and can manage financial transactions, reconciliations, and ledger activity with accuracy. The role will contribute to timely reporting, orderly close processes, and effective coordination with internal teams on payment and billing matters.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed within established timelines.
• Reconcile bank accounts each month, research variances, and take appropriate action to resolve outstanding items.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, verifying balances, and supporting the integrity of financial records.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly financial reports to help ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities by organizing supporting documentation and completing assigned accounting tasks.
• Apply accounting policies and relevant standards consistently to promote compliance and sound financial practices.
• Partner with departments across the organization to address invoicing questions, payment concerns, and account discrepancies.
• Utilize accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to manage transactions, reconciliations, and reporting activities.