Governmental Consulting Accountant - Senior Associate

Are you an experienced accountant that enjoys serving governmental entities? Do you get bored doing the same thing every day and thrive on work that allows you to conquer new challenges daily? Do you find satisfaction in building strong relationships and making a difference in the lives of your peers and clients? If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want to meet YOU!

As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for a Senior Associate who strives to perform at a high level of service. Under minimal supervision, the Senior Associate is able to work independently and is a strong self-starter. 

The Abdo Financial Solutions team provides project resources for Government and non-profit entities.  Our team strives to deliver high quality client services with a focus on helping to improve accounting and finance operations.

At Abdo, we’re not your typical accounting firm. For us, ‘Lighting the path forward’ means that we go well beyond traditional accounting and auditing to deliver solutions that help our clients succeed. We carefully seek out the best people and trust them to make a difference in helping our clients navigate forward with confidence.Our culture is built on the following principles:

• Relationships: We give our best to our clients and to each other. 
• Teamwork: We accomplish great things together.
• Growth & Development: We get better every day.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and analyzing financial data for city management, state and county regulators and auditors
• Preparing and analysis of monthly and quarterly reports
• Lead and collaborate on the preparation of annual budget plan
• Maintain financial data, records and reports in accordance to guidelines, procedures and regulations
• Lead and support year-end audit preparation and financial statement preparation
• Lead and collaborate on long-term planning
• Maintain and improve existing reporting processes
• Consult and communicate with all levels of client leadership
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations
• Provide financial analysis on special projects and initiatives

Ideal Senior Associate candidate has:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent work experience
• Understanding of governmental accounting or audit
• Understanding of accounting processes and policies
• 3 years accounting/financial planning experience
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, various software applications and pertinent federal and state regulations
• Collaborative spirit
• Ability to embrace change
• Entrepreneurial mindset

Attracting, developing, and retaining the best employees are our highest priorities at Abdo. Listed as one of America's Top Recommended Tax and Accounting Firms by Forbes, we are always seeking talented individuals who can contribute to the continued growth and success of our firm. If you desire flexibility and control in your work schedule along with recognition for your efforts, Abdo has the opportunity you’re looking for! Apply online TODAY!

Flexible Workplace:

Abdo approaches the hybrid work environment through flexible workplace options of working mostly from home or working mostly from the office. Fully remote candidates will also be considered for this position. We want our people to work where they work best!

Interviews for this position may be conducted via Zoom video. Please let us know if you need assistance with this technology.

EEO Policy: Abdo LLP and its subsidiary companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any legally-recognized basis “protected class” including but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or marital preference, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.