Staff Accountant Job in Fort Myers, FL

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract to Hire position based in Florida. This role is well suited for someone with hands-on experience in core accounting functions who can manage financial records accurately and contribute to a smooth month-end process. The ideal candidate brings strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and reconciliations, along with practical experience using Net Suite and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger transactions while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to ensure timely and precise reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Assist with month-end close tasks, including reviewing balances and helping finalize financial data within required deadlines.
• Process accounts payable transactions and verify invoices, coding, and approvals in accordance with company procedures.
• Support accounts receivable functions by monitoring incoming payments, tracking outstanding balances, and following up as needed.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and produce reports that support internal financial review and decision-making.
• Use Net Suite and advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to analyze data and improve reporting accuracy.