Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant (Entry level) | CFS

The Tone:
This Staff Accountant role at CFS is situated in Tampa, FL. CFS operates as a well-established organization within its community, recognized for its strong reputation and a loyal customer base. The company benefits from diverse revenue streams, contributing to its stability and providing clear long-term growth opportunities. This is a visible position that involves direct partnership with both leadership and operational teams. It offers a significant opportunity to make an immediate impact by contributing to the streamlining of essential accounting processes. The culture at CFS is distinctly collaborative, marked by strong employee tenure and a deep-rooted team-first mentality.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Tampa, FL
• Pay: $55000 yearly
• Mission: Owns the accuracy and integrity of financial records to support streamlined accounting processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Tech Stack: accounting software, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Perform: Execute full-cycle accounting activities, including precise journal entries, thorough account reconciliations, and efficient month-end close processes.
• Maintain: Uphold the integrity of the general ledger and ensure the consistent accuracy of all financial records.
• Prepare: Assist in the timely preparation of monthly financial statements and comprehensive management reports for internal review.
• Reconcile: Accurately balance bank accounts, credit card statements, and various balance sheet accounts.
• Support: Provide essential support for both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as operational needs dictate.
• Contribute: Actively assist with budgeting cycles, financial forecasting, and detailed cash flow reporting.
• Audit: Prepare necessary audit schedules and directly support external audit requests.
• Improve: Monitor current accounting processes and internal controls, recommending and implementing enhancements.
• Partner: Collaborate closely with operational leaders to ensure consistent and accurate financial reporting across multiple business units.
• Engage: Assist with diverse special projects, conduct financial analysis, and undertake other accounting initiatives as assigned.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, preparing you for this Entry-Level career opportunity.
• Experience: Demonstrated proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel is required.
• Skills: Possess a strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles. Apply strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and interact respectfully with diverse individuals.
• Bonus: Previous accounting internship experience is a definite plus.