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Qualifications
Must possess expertise in Accounting Software Systems
Experience with ADP - Financial Services is essential
Must be proficient in using ERP Solutions
Knowledge of Great Plains (GPAC) is a requisite
Must have a deep understanding of Accounting Functions
Prior experience in Auditing is required
Must be familiar with Oracle Fusion HCM
Proficiency in Oracle Fusion is necessary
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required
Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity are required
Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations is necessary
Must have the ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports
Benefits
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Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
Responsibilities
This role is integral to the financial operations of our team, requiring a professional with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
The chosen candidate will be responsible for executing tasks such as liaising with the HRIS team, driving accounting systems compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the department
Collaborate with the HRIS team to ensure accurate setup of employee costing and accounting elements in the HCM payroll system
Drive compliance of accounting systems with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the department and drive change initiatives
Assume ownership of various processes and reports and implement new process improvement initiatives as needed
Maintain a service delivery focus towards our internal business customers
Develop profound knowledge of systems, data, and reporting tools as well as understanding of business processes related to the payroll system and general ledger accounts
Handle transactions related to employee transfers across Lines of Business
Work directly with acquired businesses to ensure payroll accounting entries are processed correctly in legacy ERPs
Reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts accurately and timely
Assist with accounting system integration activities of newly acquired companies as needed, ensuring account and financial dimensions are transitioned appropriately
Perform duties in compliance with GAAP, company and department policies and procedures, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Support the training and development of staff
Job description
Description

We are on the lookout for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Jacksonville, Florida. This role is integral to the financial operations of our team, requiring a professional with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices. The chosen candidate will be responsible for executing tasks such as liaising with the HRIS team, driving accounting systems compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the department. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the HRIS team to ensure accurate setup of employee costing and accounting elements in the HCM payroll system
• Drive compliance of accounting systems with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the department and drive change initiatives
• Assume ownership of various processes and reports and implement new process improvement initiatives as needed
• Maintain a service delivery focus towards our internal business customers
• Develop profound knowledge of systems, data, and reporting tools as well as understanding of business processes related to the payroll system and general ledger accounts
• Handle transactions related to employee transfers across Lines of Business
• Work directly with acquired businesses to ensure payroll accounting entries are processed correctly in legacy ERPs
• Reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts accurately and timely
• Assist with accounting system integration activities of newly acquired companies as needed, ensuring account and financial dimensions are transitioned appropriately
• Perform duties in compliance with GAAP, company and department policies and procedures, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Support the training and development of staff

Requirements
• Must possess expertise in Accounting Software Systems
• Experience with ADP - Financial Services is essential
• Must be proficient in using ERP Solutions
• Knowledge of Great Plains (GPAC) is a requisite
• Must have a deep understanding of Accounting Functions
• Prior experience in Auditing is required
• Must be familiar with Oracle Fusion HCM
• Proficiency in Oracle Fusion is necessary
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Prior experience in a leadership role is preferred
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity are required
• Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred
• Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations is necessary
• Must have the ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports.

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