State Jobs in Tallahassee, FL

Staff Accountant

Legends is seeking a highly motivated Staff Accountant with a combination of technical accounting experience and exceptional collaboration and customer service skills. The position will assist the Regional Director of Finance and General Manager in executing all accounting functions at Florida State University. These functions will include but are not limited to, the preparation and evaluation of daily, weekly, and monthly bookkeeping, overseeing the invoicing and collections process, coding accounts payable, reviewing and maintaining payroll, and maintaining offline schedules.

Essential Functions

• Ensuring that all accounting and operational accounting functions are being performed in the most effective and efficient fashion, while conforming to the Standard Operating Procedures of the company.
• Handle all accounting, including but not limited to, Bookkeeping, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, General Ledger, Payroll, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform and review debit and credit reconciliations with the ability to resolve variances.
• Review and post journal entries to accurately reflect financial transactions.
• Assist in the consolidation of financial statements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
• Lead month-end close and related duties.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and other MS Office software required.

Skills & Abilities

• A strong understanding of financial concepts, such as accruals and deferred revenue.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail essential.
• Must be highly analytical, can think creatively, and understand complex business dynamics.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends, and holidays. Some travel may be necessary for support.
• Knowledge of POS and payroll systems a plus.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site - Florida State University Tallahassee, FL

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.