Corporate Accountant

Waste Solution Services • De, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Accountant is a hands-on role leading the day-to-day accounting function at a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial company. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role is the most senior accounting position on a multi-person accounting and bookkeeping team. It oversees the monthly close, P&L and financial reporting, cash management, working capital, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and accounting controls. The Corporate Accountant ensures accurate and complete financial records, coordinates and reviews team work, supports budgeting and financial analysis, works with outside tax and legal advisors as needed, and improves accounting processes and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a licensed CPA with approximately five or more years of progressive accounting experience, strong ownership and independent work habits, effective communication skills, and an interest in using technology to improve efficiency and accountability. Service industry experience is preferred. The role is full-time and in-office in New York/Long Island or Deerfield Beach, Florida. It offers direct CFO exposure and may expand into a Senior Accountant role and broader accounting leadership responsibilities as the business grows, depending on performance and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active CPA license.
• Approximately five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven ability to lead a monthly close and independently manage P&L reporting.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statements, and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of ownership and accountability.
• Comfort leveraging Claude and other AI tools while exercising sound professional judgment and protecting confidential financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Nice To Haves

• Service industry experience.
• Experience supporting tax filings and working with external accountants.
• Experience with working capital management and cash flow analysis.
• Experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and year-end close and ensure accurate, timely financial statements.
• Manage and analyze the monthly P&L, identify trends, and explain significant variances to the CFO.
• Oversee general ledger activity, journal entries, accruals, bank and cash reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and working capital.
• Maintain strong accounting controls, accurate records, and audit-ready documentation.
• Coordinate and review work performed by accounting and bookkeeping team members.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate with the outside tax firm and provide financial information and supporting schedules for tax filings.
• Work with outside legal counsel as needed on accounting and financial matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, reporting, internal controls, and workflow efficiency.
• Use technology and AI tools to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, strengthen accuracy, and enhance accountability while protecting confidential financial information.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Office snacks.
• Comfortable, collaborative work environment.
• Direct access to leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as the business grows.
• Potential to grow into a Senior Accountant role and broader accounting leadership responsibilities, based on performance and business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level