Senior Accountant in Clearwater

Job Description

About Us

Gpac has partnered with a leading supplier in the building materials and lumber industry, known for delivering quality products and exceptional service to our customers in residential and commercial construction. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance team and help drive accuracy, insight, and accountability across the organization.

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our financial reporting and supporting the day-to-day accounting operations. This position offers hands-on responsibility in internal controls, project management, general ledger management, inventory reconciliation, financial analysis, and month-end close. Ideal candidates will have experience in a product-based or construction-related environment and a strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost controls, and operational finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Review and approve journal entries submitted by other team members to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and subledger accounts, including AP, AR, and bank GLs 
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and analysis 
• Collaborate with the Controller and other departments to implement and monitor internal control procedures.
• Analyze variances and trends in financial data to support business decisions.
• Participate in system improvements and automation initiatives related to accounting workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity or inventory-heavy environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Proven experience with subledger-to-ledger reconciliation and journal entry workflows 
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in Great Plain, Phocas or Bistrack are a plus .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.