Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity with Robert Half in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Are you a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with proven experience in the automotive dealership industry? Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic auto dealership in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to find a skilled professional for a contract Staff Accountant position. This remote-friendly role offers the perfect blend of specialized accounting expertise and flexibility, allowing you to contribute to financial operations while working from the comfort of your home. With a competitive hourly rate of $26.60, this position is ideal for accountants passionate about the automotive sector.
*****MUST HAVE AUTO DEALERSHIP EXPERIENCE***** If you thrive in fast-paced environments handling tax filings, general ledger management, and commission calculations for car sales, this is your chance to shine. Join Robert Half's network of top finance professionals and elevate your career in South Florida's vibrant automotive market.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial backbone of an auto dealership. This contract position focuses on core accounting functions tailored to the unique needs of buying and selling vehicles, from commission tracking to tax compliance. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States, the role emphasizes remote work, making it accessible for local talent. Robert Half specializes in placing elite accounting professionals like you in rewarding contract opportunities that can lead to long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Core Accounting Duties
Your day-to-day will involve managing corporate tax filings to ensure full compliance with state and federal regulations, meticulously handling sales tax calculations and submissions, and preparing/posting journal entries for seamless financial record-keeping. Overseeing the general ledger will be central, requiring you to reconcile transactions with precision and efficiency.
Software and Analysis Expertise
Leverage QuickBooks Online for all day-to-day accounting tasks, from data entry to reporting. Dive deep into financial analysis specific to auto dealerships, including calculations for commissions on car sales, purchases, and inventory management. Your insights will drive better decision-making and operational streamlining.
Collaboration and Compliance
Work closely with team members to optimize processes, support financial reporting with industry-specific metrics, and assist in audits/reviews. Accuracy in documentation is non-negotiable, ensuring the dealership remains audit-ready and compliant at all times.
Required Qualifications
Essential Experience and Skills
To succeed, you must bring hands-on auto dealership experience—there's no exception. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is required, alongside expertise in corporate taxes, sales tax, journal entries, and general ledger oversight. A strong background in automotive financial analysis, particularly commission calculations for vehicle transactions, is crucial. We seek candidates with 2+ years in staff accounting, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to deliver accurate reporting under deadlines.
Education and Soft Skills
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Excellent organizational skills, remote work discipline, and collaborative spirit are key. Familiarity with Florida-specific tax regulations is a plus. Robert Half values professionals who are proactive, tech-savvy, and passionate about the automotive industry's financial dynamics.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Benefits and Perks
This contract role offers a competitive $26.60 hourly rate, remote flexibility, weekly pay, and access to Robert Half's unparalleled career resources. Gain exposure to premier auto dealership clients, build your network, and position yourself for permanent opportunities. Enjoy a supportive team environment focused on efficiency and growth.
Career Growth in Fort Lauderdale's Automotive Hub
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a hotspot for automotive businesses, and Robert Half connects you to the best. With our expertise in finance and accounting placements, you'll benefit from professional development, job placement support, and a reputation that opens doors. Whether you're advancing in dealership accounting or exploring broader opportunities, this role is a launchpad.
Ready to accelerate your accounting career? Apply now through Robert Half for the Staff Accountant position in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Keywords: Staff Accountant jobs Fort Lauderdale, auto dealership accounting, QuickBooks Online specialist, tax compliance automotive, remote accounting contract Florida.
Locations
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Salary
52,000 - 65,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Auto Dealership Experienceintermediate
- QuickBooks Onlineintermediate
- Corporate Tax Filingsintermediate
- Sales Tax Calculationsintermediate
- Journal Entriesintermediate
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Commission Calculationsintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Accounting Complianceintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Must have auto dealership experience (experience)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (experience)
- Strong knowledge of corporate tax filings and sales tax submissions (experience)
- Experience with journal entries and general ledger reconciliation (experience)
- Expertise in financial analysis for automotive sales (buying/selling cars) (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred (experience)
- 2+ years of staff accounting experience in automotive industry (experience)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting (experience)
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Manage corporate tax filings, ensuring compliance with regulations and deadlines
- Handle sales tax calculations and submissions for the organization
- Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records
- Oversee the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled
- Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage day-to-day accounting activities effectively
- Analyze financial data related to buying and selling cars, including commission calculations
- Support financial reporting and provide insights specific to the auto dealership industry
- Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
- Ensure accuracy in all financial documentation and reporting
- Assist in audits and reviews as needed to ensure compliance
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly rate of $26.60
- general: Remote work flexibility from Fort Lauderdale, FL
- general: Contract position with potential for extension or conversion
- general: Opportunity to work with leading automotive dealership clients
- general: Professional development through Robert Half's network
- general: Weekly pay and direct deposit
- general: Access to Robert Half's career resources and job placement support
- general: Collaborative team environment with industry experts
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Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
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Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity with Robert Half in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Are you a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with proven experience in the automotive dealership industry? Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic auto dealership in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to find a skilled professional for a contract Staff Accountant position. This remote-friendly role offers the perfect blend of specialized accounting expertise and flexibility, allowing you to contribute to financial operations while working from the comfort of your home. With a competitive hourly rate of $26.60, this position is ideal for accountants passionate about the automotive sector.
*****MUST HAVE AUTO DEALERSHIP EXPERIENCE***** If you thrive in fast-paced environments handling tax filings, general ledger management, and commission calculations for car sales, this is your chance to shine. Join Robert Half's network of top finance professionals and elevate your career in South Florida's vibrant automotive market.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial backbone of an auto dealership. This contract position focuses on core accounting functions tailored to the unique needs of buying and selling vehicles, from commission tracking to tax compliance. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States, the role emphasizes remote work, making it accessible for local talent. Robert Half specializes in placing elite accounting professionals like you in rewarding contract opportunities that can lead to long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Core Accounting Duties
Your day-to-day will involve managing corporate tax filings to ensure full compliance with state and federal regulations, meticulously handling sales tax calculations and submissions, and preparing/posting journal entries for seamless financial record-keeping. Overseeing the general ledger will be central, requiring you to reconcile transactions with precision and efficiency.
Software and Analysis Expertise
Leverage QuickBooks Online for all day-to-day accounting tasks, from data entry to reporting. Dive deep into financial analysis specific to auto dealerships, including calculations for commissions on car sales, purchases, and inventory management. Your insights will drive better decision-making and operational streamlining.
Collaboration and Compliance
Work closely with team members to optimize processes, support financial reporting with industry-specific metrics, and assist in audits/reviews. Accuracy in documentation is non-negotiable, ensuring the dealership remains audit-ready and compliant at all times.
Required Qualifications
Essential Experience and Skills
To succeed, you must bring hands-on auto dealership experience—there's no exception. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is required, alongside expertise in corporate taxes, sales tax, journal entries, and general ledger oversight. A strong background in automotive financial analysis, particularly commission calculations for vehicle transactions, is crucial. We seek candidates with 2+ years in staff accounting, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to deliver accurate reporting under deadlines.
Education and Soft Skills
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Excellent organizational skills, remote work discipline, and collaborative spirit are key. Familiarity with Florida-specific tax regulations is a plus. Robert Half values professionals who are proactive, tech-savvy, and passionate about the automotive industry's financial dynamics.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Benefits and Perks
This contract role offers a competitive $26.60 hourly rate, remote flexibility, weekly pay, and access to Robert Half's unparalleled career resources. Gain exposure to premier auto dealership clients, build your network, and position yourself for permanent opportunities. Enjoy a supportive team environment focused on efficiency and growth.
Career Growth in Fort Lauderdale's Automotive Hub
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a hotspot for automotive businesses, and Robert Half connects you to the best. With our expertise in finance and accounting placements, you'll benefit from professional development, job placement support, and a reputation that opens doors. Whether you're advancing in dealership accounting or exploring broader opportunities, this role is a launchpad.
Ready to accelerate your accounting career? Apply now through Robert Half for the Staff Accountant position in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Keywords: Staff Accountant jobs Fort Lauderdale, auto dealership accounting, QuickBooks Online specialist, tax compliance automotive, remote accounting contract Florida.
Locations
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Salary
52,000 - 65,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Auto Dealership Experienceintermediate
- QuickBooks Onlineintermediate
- Corporate Tax Filingsintermediate
- Sales Tax Calculationsintermediate
- Journal Entriesintermediate
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Commission Calculationsintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Accounting Complianceintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Must have auto dealership experience (experience)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (experience)
- Strong knowledge of corporate tax filings and sales tax submissions (experience)
- Experience with journal entries and general ledger reconciliation (experience)
- Expertise in financial analysis for automotive sales (buying/selling cars) (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred (experience)
- 2+ years of staff accounting experience in automotive industry (experience)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting (experience)
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Manage corporate tax filings, ensuring compliance with regulations and deadlines
- Handle sales tax calculations and submissions for the organization
- Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records
- Oversee the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled
- Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage day-to-day accounting activities effectively
- Analyze financial data related to buying and selling cars, including commission calculations
- Support financial reporting and provide insights specific to the auto dealership industry
- Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
- Ensure accuracy in all financial documentation and reporting
- Assist in audits and reviews as needed to ensure compliance
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly rate of $26.60
- general: Remote work flexibility from Fort Lauderdale, FL
- general: Contract position with potential for extension or conversion
- general: Opportunity to work with leading automotive dealership clients
- general: Professional development through Robert Half's network
- general: Weekly pay and direct deposit
- general: Access to Robert Half's career resources and job placement support
- general: Collaborative team environment with industry experts
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half @ Robert Half.
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