Job Title: Senior Accountant
Job Description
The Senior Accountant researches, interprets, and applies U.S. GAAP accounting guidance to complex transactions and business activities within a financial services environment. This role prepares and reviews technical accounting memorandums, supports the implementation and ongoing compliance of key accounting standards, and assists with SEC filings, regulatory reports, and financial statement disclosures. The Senior Accountant collaborates with cross-functional teams to assess the accounting impact of strategic transactions and new products, provides guidance on a wide range of banking activities, and participates in close processes related to technical accounting matters.
Responsibilities
Research, interpret, and apply U.S. GAAP accounting guidance for complex transactions and business activities, particularly within a banking and financial services @context.
Prepare and review detailed technical accounting memorandums that document accounting conclusions and recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.
Support the implementation and ongoing compliance of accounting standards, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and other emerging accounting guidance.
Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings, regulatory reports, and financial statement disclosures to ensure accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.
Collaborate with Treasury, Risk, Credit, and business line leaders to evaluate and communicate the accounting impacts of strategic transactions and new product offerings.
Provide accounting guidance related to loan portfolios, deposits, investments, derivatives, securitizations, and other banking activities.
Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, focusing on technical accounting matters and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners to support audits and examinations, providing documentation and explanations as needed.
Evaluate internal controls over financial reporting and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Assist with accounting assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives when applicable, including analysis of financial reporting impacts.
Monitor FASB, SEC, and other regulatory developments impacting the banking industry and communicate key implications and required actions to leadership.
Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned, contributing technical accounting expertise and analytical support.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a combination of public accounting and financial services industry experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Experience preparing technical accounting research and formal accounting position papers.
Proficiency in financial statement preparation, accounting, and reporting.
Hands-on experience with GAAP accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger processes.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for analysis, modeling, and reporting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts clearly.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a large corporate or financial services environment.
Background in banking-related accounting areas such as loans, deposits, investments, derivatives, and securitizations.
Comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams including Treasury, Risk, Credit, and business line leaders.
Experience supporting external audits and regulatory examinations.
Familiarity with internal controls over financial reporting and process improvement initiatives.
Interest in monitoring and interpreting FASB, SEC, and regulatory developments affecting the banking industry.
Ability to contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives with a focus on technical accounting.
Work Environment
This role is based at a corporate headquarters in downtown Jacksonville and operates in a professional office environment within a large employer. The position is initially fully onsite, with the potential to work from home on Fridays after an initial period. The Senior Accountant works standard weekday business hours, collaborating closely with finance, treasury, risk, credit, and other business teams. The environment emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and collaboration, with regular interaction with external auditors and regulatory examiners and a strong focus on financial reporting and technical accounting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $49.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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