Senior Accounant

Senior Accountant | Public Accounting Exit Opportunity Salary: $80,000–$105,000 (Depending on Experience) Location: Tampa Bay, FL Why This Opportunity Stands Out This Senior Accountant opportunity is designed specifically for professionals looking to transition from public accounting into a high-impact corporate accounting role. The Senior Accountant will leverage their technical accounting foundation while gaining exposure to strategic finance initiatives, business operations, and executive leadership. Unlike the demanding schedules often associated with public accounting, this Senior Accountant role offers a chance to achieve better work-life balance without sacrificing career growth. The Senior Accountant will build upon audit and assurance experience while developing expertise in financial reporting, operational accounting, forecasting, and process improvement. This opportunity is ideal for a Senior Accountant who is ready to translate public accounting experience into a long-term corporate accounting career with clear advancement opportunities. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules as the Senior AccountantLead or support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis as the Senior AccountantResearch and apply technical accounting guidance while supporting accounting policy implementation as the Senior AccountantAssist with budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance initiatives as the Senior AccountantPartner with leadership on special projects, process improvements, and strategic business initiatives as the Senior Accountant Qualifications For The Senior Accountant Bachelor's degree in Accounting requiredPublic accounting experience requiredCPA or CPA-track strongly preferredStrong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting researchExperience working under deadlines and managing multiple priorities What You'll Gain as the Senior Accountant Smooth transition from public accounting into corporate finance and accountingGreater work-life balance than traditional public accounting environmentsDirect interaction with executive leadership and key decision-makersExposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, and strategic projectsOpportunities for advancement into Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting Manager, or Controller-track positionsCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages Who Thrives as the Senior Accountant The ideal Senior Accountant comes from a public accounting background and is looking to apply their technical expertise in a more strategic business environment. This Senior Accountant enjoys problem-solving, financial analysis, process improvement, and partnering with business leaders to drive results. Ambitious, analytical candidates looking for a clear path to leadership will find exceptional growth potential in this role.