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Senior Accountant

Higher Recruitment, Inc.
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026

Senior Accountant

Reports to: Senior Director, Global Accounting

Position Summary

The Senior US Accountant plays a critical role within the Global Accounting organization, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting for all US legal entities. This role supports month-end close, general ledger integrity, revenue and expense accounting, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and audit readiness. The Senior US Accountant also contributes to the global consolidation process, partnering closely with regional accounting teams to ensure alignment, accuracy, and timely submission of financial data.

This position is ideal for a highly analytical, detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity & multinational environment and can operate with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Month-End Close & General Ledger Management

  • Lead and execute month-end close activities for US entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to close timelines.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaids, amortization schedules, and reclasses.
  • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies.
  • Perform variance analysis and provide explanations for fluctuations in P&L and balance sheet accounts.

2. Account Reconciliations & Controls

  • Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, AR, AP, accruals, payroll liabilities, intercompany, and other key accounts.
  • Ensure all reconciliations meet internal control standards and are audit-ready.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies proactively, escalating issues when necessary.

3. Revenue, Billing & Cost Accounting

  • Support revenue recognition processes in accordance with US GAAP and company policies.
  • Partner with billing and operations teams to validate revenue, gross margin, and cost allocations.
  • Review staffing-related costs (payroll, benefits, commissions, subcontractor expenses) for accuracy and completeness.

4. Payroll Accounting

  • Create and reconcile payroll entries, payroll liabilities, and related accounts for US employees and contractors.
  • Partner with HR and Payroll to validate payroll runs, adjustments, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

5. Intercompany & Multi-Entity Accounting

  • Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring proper eliminations and documentation.
  • Coordinate with global accounting teams to ensure alignment across regions.

6. Global Consolidation Support

  • Assist the Senior Director, Global Accounting with monthly and quarterly global consolidation activities.
  • Ensure timely submission of US entity financials into the global consolidation system.
  • Support elimination entries, consolidation adjustments, and global reporting packages.
  • Collaborate with regional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.

7. Audit, Compliance & Policy Adherence

  • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with SOX-aligned internal controls and corporate accounting policies.
  • Assist in updating and maintaining accounting SOPs and process documentation.

8. Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for the Senior Director, Global Accounting.
  • Provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities impacting US financial performance.
  • Support ad-hoc analysis, special projects, and system enhancements.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in multi-entity, multinational, or shared-services environments.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal control frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred

  • CPA or CPA-eligible.
  • Experience in staffing, professional services, or global operations industries.
  • Experience supporting global consolidation processes.
  • NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting SOX, internal audits, or external audits.
  • Familiarity with intercompany accounting and multi-currency environments.

Key Competencies

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong ownership and accountability.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
  • Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to interpret financial data.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Success Indicators

  • Consistently accurate and timely month-end close.
  • Clean, audit-ready reconciliations.
  • Strong partnership with Payroll, FP&A, and Operations.
  • Reduction in aged reconciling items and accounting exceptions.

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