Sr. Accountant, Financial Reporting & General Ledger

Jacksonville Port Authority.•Jacksonville, FL

5d•$69,772 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs accounting functions requiring thorough knowledge of general accounting methods, principles, and practices and a broad understanding of overall JAXPORT operations. Analyze transactions for compliance with GASB and GAAP standards, as well as JAXPORT policy and procedures. Maintains and monitors the general ledger and budget for trends and will work with business unit leadership. Perform various month end closing procedures. Assist with external auditors or other regulating agencies. Assist and work with various Finance team members in regular operations of the department. Works with Finance management team on special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field required.
Minimum of three to five years related experience required.
Thorough knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and general accounting methods, principles and practices with the ability to apply this knowledge creatively in situations where procedures are not well defined.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective professional verbal and written communications.
Ability to focus on details and perform functions with accuracy are crucial.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) during employment.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in the maintenance of general ledger, specifically including review and approval of certain general ledger entries and verification of accuracy of resulting output to financial statement, as well as GAAP and GASB compliance.
Analyzes the general ledger and budget for trends and performs additional financial analysis as needed to support accurate financial reporting. Works with business unit leaders to review and resolve any unusual trends.
Assists Accountant III in the management of accounts payable transactions and payments to vendors, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with JAXPORT policies and procedures.
Monitors capital projects, budget, and administration. Prepares financial reporting related to capital asset activity.
Performs regular reviews the balance sheet to identify inaccuracies and verify the accuracy of account balances.
Maintains accurate detailed reports of general ledger accounts and prepares timely and accurate reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
Participation and oversight in monthly, quarterly, and yearly close procedures.
Prepares timely and accurate month-end accruals related to expenses, as well as standard and recurring monthly journal entries.
Monitors Terminal Inventory accounts, as well as Fuel Inventories for accuracy, reasonableness, and discrepancies. Prepares monthly journal entries to record issues and usage activity.
Files and pays monthly taxes with state and local government agencies. Pays monthly online statements related to employee benefits.
Assists in year-end audit procedures, including preparation of supporting documentation, responses to external auditor requests, and assisting in updating footnote information supporting the annual audited financial statements.
Cross training within the Department. Assists in special projects as needed.