Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Reports to: Accounting Supervisor 

Department Name: Accounting

FLSA Status: Exempt

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Office of Abbey Ajayi, Broward County Tax Collector, plays a vital role in supporting public services and fostering community growth. Responsible for essential services such as collecting property taxes, local business taxes, tangible property taxes, auto tag renewals, and issuing fishing and hunting licenses, the office is committed to serving the community with integrity, efficiency, and transparency. Guided by a mission to uphold fairness, the team strengthens public resources and contributes to a prosperous future for all through efficient and transparent tax collection in Broward County. The office is dedicated to maintaining community trust and promoting opportunities for all residents.

POSITION PURPOSE AND SCOPE: 

The Senior Accountant performs advanced accounting work and provides oversight into complex financial processes. This role serves as a technical expert and mentor within the accounting team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting, reconciliations, and operational workflows. Works independently under general supervision and provides guidance to junior staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review complex journal entries and reconciliations for high-risk or high-volume accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Perform monthly fixed asset reconciliations and schedules.
• Support fiscal year-end closing processes and account clean-up.
• Analyze cash flow and identify irregularities or risks.
• Investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolution and documentation.

Tax Roll & Distributions

• Reconcile and distribute ad valorem taxes, non-ad valorem assessments, and investment earnings to taxing authorities.
• Balance the tax roll and prepare the annual recapitulation report.
• Process prior year corrections, individual certificate redemptions, and related invoices.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Prepare audit confirmations and respond to auditor requests.
• Maintain internal control documentation and ensure SOP compliance.
• Assist in updating SOPs for accounting processes.

Staff Support & Development

• Provide guidance and training to accounting staff on reconciliations, reporting, and system usage.
• Act as a resource for escalations and complex accounting issues.
• Support onboarding of new staff and mentor team members.

System Implementation & Process Improvement

• Participate in system upgrades, testing, and workflow design.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

Collaboration & Support

• Coordinate with internal teams, municipalities, and external partners on financial matters.
• Prepare written correspondence and assist with special projects as needed.

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

• Financial Acumen: Applies key financial indicators to make sound decisions.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Problem Solving: Handles complex issues with sound judgment and creativity.
• Communication: Communicates effectively in writing and verbally; collaborates well with others.
• Time Management: Meets deadlines under pressure and adapts to changing priorities.
• Professionalism: Maintains a high level of integrity and compliance with policies.

Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI. Driver Licenses Examiners must meet the background standards outlined in Florida Statute 435.04, and Federal Regulations 384.228 and 1572.103. This includes, but is not limited to, not having any criminal convictions for alcohol or drug-related offenses within 10 years prior to employment and maintaining this throughout employment.