Staff Accountant

We are offering a contract for a Staff Accountant role in the hospitality industry. The position will be based in Orlando, Florida, 32835-6206, United States. This role is crucial to the success of our team, with responsibilities spanning from general accounting functions to budgeting and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including daily financial transactions and general ledger entries.
• Assist in the reconciliation of bank accounts and balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Aid in the preparation of journal entries and accrivals as part of month-end and year-end closings.
• Guarantee compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or other applicable standards by ensuring timely closing of books and accurate reporting of financial statements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and supporting schedules.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and create custom reports for management and departmental use.
• Track and report on variances between actual and budgeted amounts to support budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage invoices and payments, including processing vendor invoices and employee reimbursements.
• Maintain vendor relationships and monitor accounts receivable, following up on overdue balances as necessary.
• Support tax preparation and regulatory compliance activities, including the preparation of sales, use, and property tax filings.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, and support system upgrades or transitions to new accounting software. • Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant in the hospitality industry is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
• Proficiency in conducting Bank Reconciliations is required.
• Familiarity with General Ledger management and Journal Entries is essential.
• Expertise in handling Month End Close activities is required.
• Experience with NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP accounting software is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities.