What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at South Florida PBS?
Bring your accounting expertise to South Florida PBS! We’re seeking a detail-driven Staff Accountant to play a vital role in supporting the Finance & Administration division. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Finance and ultimately the CFO, this position is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing, including biweekly 403B payments, reconciliations, and compliance reporting. The Staff Accountant prepares and maintains payroll reports, assists with month-end closings by reconciling balance sheet accounts and making journal entries, and provides documentation and support during audits. This role also oversees the corporate credit card program, ensuring proper coding, reporting, and payments, while reconciling health insurance activity and monitoring Google Ad transactions to ensure accuracy.
Additional responsibilities include assisting employees with timekeeping issues, processing worker’s compensation payments and garnishments, and supporting HR and Finance leadership with census preparation, audits, and regulatory reporting. The Staff Accountant also serves as backup for accounts receivable invoice procedures and identifies opportunities to improve processes for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. As a key member of the Finance team, this position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff across all levels of the organization.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least five years of progressive accounting experience, with a proven record in payroll, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation. Proficiency with ADP payroll software and Microsoft Excel is highly preferred. Candidates must demonstrate strict attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive information.
This hybrid position is based at our Boynton Beach studio and requires some on-site presence.
EOE, M/F/D/V
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000