Lead Technical Accountant (Accountant Principal) at EverBank NA

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GAAP, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Account Reconciliation, Audit Work Papers, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Disclosure, Technical Accounting, Process Improvement, Policy Drafting, Financial Analysis

Industry

Banking

Description

Accountant Principal The Accountant Principal ensures the day-to-day accurate preparation and reporting of financial data (e.g., general ledger, cash payments/collections, tax transactions, etc.) in compliance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), regulatory standards and internal policies especially in areas of high complexity, high risk and high judgment. This job will play a key role in maintaining the internal controls framework and ensuring financial accuracy, efficiency and transparency, while working closely with management to support the decision-making processes. The Accountant Principal works closely with business areas on the ledger processing, and assists the accounting team in updating, maintaining, and documenting new accounting guidance that impacts the company. Key Responsibilities and Duties * Maintains and oversees records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. * Owns or assists other general ledger account owners with reconciliation of month end account balances and verification especially for more complex items. * Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities related to bank transactions including preparing journal entries and the appropriate audit work papers for complex transactions or activities. * Identifies areas for process improvement in the accounting department to enhance efficiency and reduce errors. * Establishes and maintains robust internal control systems to safeguard the bank's assets and ensure the integrity of our financial data and reporting. * Supports junior and mid-level accounting staff in the development of their professional skills. * Researches the impacts of new accounting standards, reporting requirements, and regulatory standards on existing and new transaction accounting regulations. * Prepares and/or reviews support for financial or regulatory disclosure. Minimum Qualifications * 3+ years of public accounting experience * 5+ years of experience in corporate accounting * Prior knowledge and experience in drafting clear, comprehensive accounting policies and standards Preferred Qualifications * 7+ years of experience in corporate accounting * Expertise in GAAP and other relevant accounting standards * Ability to interpret and apply complex accounting guidance to real-world scenarios * Capable of analyzing intricate transactions and determining appropriate accounting treatment * Explains technical concepts to non-accountants in a clear, concise manner * Ensures accuracy and compliance with both regulatory and financial reporting requirements * Works effectively with auditors, regulators, and internal teams * Keeps up with evolving accounting standards and regulatory changes Educational Requirements * University (Degree) Preferred Physical Requirements * Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 8IC Qualifications Posting end date: 7/24/26

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Responsibilities

The Lead Technical Accountant ensures accurate financial reporting and general ledger preparation in compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. They maintain internal control frameworks and provide technical guidance on complex accounting transactions to support management decision-making.