Senior Accountant Job at Robert Half (St. Petersburg)

Senior Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , St. Petersburg

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Accountant on behalf of a private, well-capitalized organization operating within the commercial real estate and investment arena. Our client manages a diverse portfolio of real estate assets and investment vehicles and is seeking an experienced accounting professional to assume full accounting ownership of assigned entities and funds. This role sits within a collaborative accounting team that supports multiple investment structures. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while partnering closely with portfolio and property management. The position offers hands-on responsibility, exposure to complex transactions, and the opportunity to work in a stable, growth-oriented environment with strong leadership support.

Job Responsibility:

Maintain the general ledger for assigned entities, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close activities
Prepare consolidated financial statements, supporting schedules, variance analyses, and cash flow reporting
Account for real estate assets, equity investments, and cost-method entities within a multi-entity structure
Partner with portfolio and property management teams to analyze financial activity and support operational decision-making
Assist with audit and tax support by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to inquiries
Identify, assess, and resolve complex or non-routine accounting transactions, including interpretation of agreements and contracts
Contribute to the documentation, refinement, and improvement of accounting policies and procedures
Collaborate across the accounting and finance team and provide guidance or mentorship to junior staff as appropriate

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Approximately 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong GAAP foundation
Experience working in a multi-entity environment with consolidations
Solid understanding of equity and cost-method accounting
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze detailed financial data
Ability to interpret contracts and evaluate accounting implications
Commercial real estate, investment, or fund accounting experience strongly preferred
CPA or CPA-track highly preferred
Stable work history with a demonstrated commitment to professional growth

Nice to have:

Commercial real estate, investment, or fund accounting experience
CPA or CPA-track

What we offer:

Competitive base salary
Comprehensive benefits
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Strong leadership access
Clear expectations
Exposure to multiple investment structures
Regular company-sponsored events
Positive and inclusive culture

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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