Senior Accountant Job at Atrium Staffing in Tampa

One of Atrium’s valued clients, a growing technology start-up, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team based in Tampa, FL. This is an incredible opportunity for a Senior Accountant to be involved in a highly visible position interfacing with both Finance and Human Resources. The Senior Accountant must be technically strong, possess a strong understanding of HCM systems, payroll processing, and prepare financials following US GAAP.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$95k - $120k DOE

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant will be reporting directly to the Controller and primarily assisting in payroll processing (20%) and providing general assurance that accounting is accurate and books are closed (80%). This position will serve as the lead on all financial interfacing on payroll, payroll processing, and month-end close. The Senior Accountant will serve as a significant figure in the accounting process and be very hands-on in the implementation of a new HCM system.

Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant:

• Payroll & Benefits Administration:
  • Manage full-cycle payroll processing for multi-state employees, which includes wage garnishments, deductions (child support, IRS, etc.).
  • Manage all benefits providers and ensure they are funded.
  • Continually maintain all payroll records and set up new employees, which includes onboarding them into the HCM and timekeeping systems.
  • Perform payroll and record benefits journal entries accurately for the month-end close.
  • Ensure you maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Perform regular audits on financial, tax, and workers’ compensation.
• Accounting & Financial Operations:
  • Perform monthly financial statement reconciliations to ensure all transactions are tied out.
  • Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Manage the fixed asset process, which includes asset additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
  • Assist with compiling documentation required for annual audits.
  • Perform the full accounts payable cycle, including processing, vendor management, and performing check runs/ACH payments.
  • Manage all travel and expenses, including troubleshooting Expensify.
  • Maintain the 1099 year-end tax reporting and ensure accurate annual filing.
  • Assist in documenting and creating SOPs to refine the accounts payable policy and procedure.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Accountant:

• 5 - 7+ years of relevant experience in payroll and accounting.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and GAAP.
• Proficiency in payroll, HCM/HRIS, and accounting systems (e.g., Paylocity, UKG Ready, NetSuite, Expensify).
• Hands-on experience with HCM system implementation.
• Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information and work with proprietary data.
• Team-oriented with a customer-service and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Senior Accountant:

• Multi-state payroll experience is preferred.
• Proficiency using UKG Ready and Expensify is preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent related business degree is required.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision (single/family) provided.
• 401(K) with company match contribution.
• Generous PTO policy.