Senior Accountant Job at Ascendo Resources in Fort Lauderdale

Overview

Our client, a well-established and growing company, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team and take ownership of key accounting functions. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of financial data and reporting, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with exposure to all aspects of the accounting cycle.

Base pay

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

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Responsibilities

• Own the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, amortizations, and reconciliations
• Prepare and analyze internal financial statements and management reports on a monthly basis
• Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure accurate classification of transactions
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities; analyze variances and provide insights to leadership
• Support external audit and tax processes, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and GAAP standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with AP, AR, and operational teams to streamline accounting processes
• Identify and implement improvements in processes and systems to increase accuracy and efficiency
• Serve as a resource and mentor to junior accountants and accounting assistants

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CPA track preferred)
• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a corporate, multi-entity, or mid-size business environment
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
• Proficiency with NetSuite
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc.)
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of processes

EOC

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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