Senior Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a fast growing organization in Pensacola, Florida. In this role, you will help drive accurate financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and support compliance across a multi-faceted operation. You will work closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to maintain reliable records, provide meaningful analysis, and contribute to sound business decisions.Responsibilities:• Lead key month-end and year-end accounting activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial fluctuation analyses.• Maintain the general ledger with a high degree of accuracy and ensure accounting records align with company policies and reporting standards.• Develop and manage detailed supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts such as prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.• Coordinate sales tax and business license obligations across multiple jurisdictions, including filings, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation.• Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling requested schedules, explaining account activity, and addressing audit questions promptly.• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and produce monthly budget-versus-actual reporting for department leaders.• Collaborate with teams throughout the organization to resolve accounting matters and provide guidance on financial and tax-related questions.• Assist with special assignments, including custom financial reporting, process improvements, and implementation-related accounting support.• Provide backup support to accounts receivable and accounts payable functions when business needs require additional coverage.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.• 2–5 years of accounting experience; public accounting experience is preferred.• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.• Working knowledge of bank reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, accruals, and balance sheet support schedules.• Familiarity with sales tax compliance and business license reporting in multiple jurisdictions is preferred.• Strong proficiency with Excel and ERP platforms. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong organization, attention to detail, and time management.For confidential consideration, contact Hayley Euper at 504-383-0704 or apply today! Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.