Senior Accounting Specialist
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- JAX OFFICE, Jacksonville, FL, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Finance
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, develop, and motivate accounting employees.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Strong analytical thinking, financial judgment, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to independently investigate accounting discrepancies and recommend effective solutions.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information clearly to both accounting and non-accounting personnel.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Proficiency with accounting software and financial management systems.
- Ability to adapt to new accounting technologies, systems, and operational processes.
- High level of accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and professional accountability.
- Ability to work effectively with finance leadership, operational management, and cross-functional teams.
Nice to have
- Previous experience as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or in a similar accounting leadership position.
- Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, distribution, or other operationally complex industries.
- Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany reconciliations, or regional financial operations.
- Experience with financial system implementations, transitions, or accounting process automation.
- Familiarity with Magaya accounting or logistics management software is a plus but not required.
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial controls.
Full description
Position Summary
CBX Global is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accounting Specialist to oversee key accounting operations, support financial reporting, and provide direct supervision and development to the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) teams.
This position requires a strong foundation in full-cycle accounting, including general ledger management, month-end closing, reconciliations, financial reporting, cost accounting, cash management, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who can independently manage complex accounting responsibilities while providing effective leadership, guidance, and accountability to the accounting team.
Working closely with finance leadership and operational departments, the Senior Accounting Specialist will play an important role in strengthening accounting processes, improving reporting accuracy, and supporting the company's continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Month-End Closing
- Oversee and actively participate in daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, bank reconciliations, and maintenance of financial records.
- Independently prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Manage and execute month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Monitor and reconcile operational costs, including expense allocations, cost accounting activities, and financial variances.
- Support fixed asset accounting, payroll-related reconciliations, and other general accounting responsibilities.
- Maintain accurate accounting records, supporting documentation, and financial schedules in accordance with company policies and established accounting principles.
Accounting Team Leadership & Development
- Provide direct supervision and day-to-day leadership to the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams.
- Establish clear performance expectations, monitor productivity, and ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned responsibilities.
- Review team members' work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established accounting procedures.
- Identify training and development opportunities to strengthen technical knowledge, efficiency, and overall team performance.
- Coach and mentor employees, provide constructive feedback, and promote accountability and continuous improvement.