Senior Accounting Specialist

CBX Global•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

CBX Global is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Specialist to oversee key accounting operations, support financial reporting, and directly supervise and develop the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams. The role requires a hands-on accounting professional with a strong foundation in full-cycle accounting, including general ledger management, month-end closing, reconciliations, financial reporting, cost accounting, cash management, and internal controls. Working closely with finance leadership and operational departments, the Senior Accounting Specialist independently manages complex accounting responsibilities while providing leadership, guidance, and accountability to the accounting team. The position supports accurate and timely reporting, strengthens accounting processes, and contributes to the company's continued growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least two years of direct supervisory experience within an accounting department, including leading, coaching, and developing accounting personnel.
At least five years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience overseeing or directly managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
Strong working knowledge of full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, cost accounting, and financial statement preparation.
Experience identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies and implementing process improvements.
Ability to independently manage accounting responsibilities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to supervise, coach, develop, and motivate accounting employees.
Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Strong analytical thinking, financial judgment, and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to independently investigate accounting discrepancies and recommend effective solutions.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining financial information to accounting and non-accounting personnel.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
Proficiency with accounting software and financial management systems.
Ability to adapt to new accounting technologies, systems, and operational processes.
High level of accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and professional accountability.
Ability to work effectively with finance leadership, operational management, and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or another relevant professional accounting certification.
Previous experience as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or in a similar accounting leadership position.
Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, distribution, or other operationally complex industries.
Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany reconciliations, or regional financial operations.
Experience with financial system implementations, transitions, or accounting process automation.
Familiarity with Magaya accounting or logistics management software.
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial controls.

Responsibilities

Oversee and participate in daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, bank reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Manage and execute month-end and year-end closing activities for accurate and timely financial reporting.
Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
Monitor and reconcile operational costs, expense allocations, cost accounting activities, and financial variances.
Support fixed asset accounting, payroll-related reconciliations, and other general accounting responsibilities.
Maintain accounting records, supporting documentation, and financial schedules in accordance with company policies and accounting principles.
Directly supervise and lead the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams, setting performance expectations and monitoring productivity and completion of assigned work.
Review team members' work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting procedures.
Identify training and development opportunities, coach and mentor employees, provide feedback, and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
Assist with workload distribution, prioritization, and resolution of complex accounting issues while fostering a collaborative, professional team environment.
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial reports, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules; assist with financial statement preparation.
Analyze financial results, identify unusual trends or variances, and communicate findings to finance leadership.
Support annual budgeting and forecasting through historical financial analysis and expense monitoring.
Prepare and analyze monthly borrowing base reports associated with the company's line of credit.
Provide financial analysis and reporting to support operational and management decision-making and collaborate with finance leadership to improve reporting.
Monitor daily cash activity, including incoming payments, outgoing disbursements, and account balances; support cash-flow monitoring and reporting.
Review bank reconciliations, payment activity, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies and potential financial risks.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to cash management, accounting transactions, and financial reporting; identify opportunities to reduce errors and improve accountability.
Support external audits, financial reviews, and year-end reporting; maintain accurate documentation readily available for review.
Assist with compliance with accounting standards and federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements; identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.
Work with the Corporate Operational Controller, Regional Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and operational leadership to support financial objectives.
Collaborate with warehouse operations, customer service, and other departments to resolve billing discrepancies, missing documentation, cost allocation issues, and related matters.
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, improve efficiency, and strengthen financial reporting processes; participate in system transitions and new procedure implementation.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures to promote consistency, accuracy, and operational continuity.
Perform other related duties as assigned.