Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time Staff Accountant role, located fully onsite in Orlando, FL, offering an early career opportunity within a nationally recognized hospitality organization. This company is renowned for its strong brand presence, deep commitment to employee development, and long-term career growth opportunities. They cultivate a collaborative team culture, investing heavily in structured training and mentorship programs designed to help employees develop technical accounting skills and advance within the organization. This position is crucial for supporting the financial operations of hundreds of operating locations nationwide, providing substantial hands-on exposure to core accounting functions such as lease accounting, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and general ledger activities. This role is ideal for a curious, organized, and detail-oriented individual eager to build a successful career in corporate accounting and manage multiple priorities within a structured environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Orlando, FL
• Pay: $24 hourly
• Team: Works alongside experienced accounting professionals.
• Mission: Support accurate financial reporting and general ledger activities for a large, nationwide portfolio of operating locations.
• Tech Stack: Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Lease Management: Review lease agreements and property contracts to track recurring expenses, remittances, and essential ownership information.
• Landlord Communications: Communicate professionally with landlords regarding account activity, required documentation, and payment-related inquiries.
• General Ledger Reconciliation: Reconcile payments and maintain accurate general ledger records across a substantial portfolio of 300–400 operating locations.
• Transaction Processing: Process accounts receivable and expense transactions to support accurate profit and loss reporting for the organization.
• Financial Support: Assist with journal entries, perform account analysis, conduct financial comparisons, and review critical documentation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Early Career professional.
• Experience: 1+ year of accounting experience, internship experience, or relevant accounting exposure preferred.
• Skills: Strong Excel proficiency (including VLOOKUPs), excellent analytical abilities, and strong organizational skills.