Senior Accountant

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING & TECHNOLOGY INC•Tampa, FL

23h

About The Position

Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT) is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our internal finance team. The Senior Accountant prepares and maintains financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. This role will support month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives within a growing, employee-owned professional services firm. Ideal candidate will be located in or around Tampa, Florida or Lansing, Michigan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
5–10 years of relevant experience working as an Accountant or in a similar role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger systems
Proficient in accounting software and MS Excel
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
High ethical standards and commitment to maintaining confidentiality
A genuine passion for technology and its role in enhancing accounting and financial processes, including efficiency and effectiveness in the general ledger function

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (or Vision previous version) preferred

Responsibilities

Perform general accounting and other related duties for the organization.
Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
Maintain and oversee the general ledger, including review of journal entries and account activity.
Assist with and help lead the monthly close process.
Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and perform detailed account analysis.
Provide outside auditors with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to support the annual audit.
Coordinate with software vendors to maintain accounting systems; recommend updates and process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.
Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts including development of best practices, process efficiencies, and collaboration with other company departments and divisions.
Assist with internal control development, testing, and monitoring.
Support ERP optimization and financial process standardization initiatives.