Financial Accounting Specialist

Location:

Tallahassee, FL (In-person)
Status:
Full-time

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Sachs Media, a nationally recognized strategic communications and public affairs firm, is seeking an accounting and finance professional to support its core financial operations. This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting while providing critical support for cash flow visibility, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. The scope and level of responsibility will align with the individual's experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute core accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities.
• Record, verify, and reconcile transactions (AP cycle, bank/credit card accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other reconciliations).
• Prepare and/or review journal entries, support accruals, and contribute to timely month-end and year-end close.
• Produce recurring financial and accounting reports; assist with variance explanations and basic financial analysis for leadership.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including tracking actual results against plan.
• Manage or support cash flow and liquidity activities, including banking operations and payment timing.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation to support accuracy and reduce risk.
• Coordinate with external partners (CPA firm, payroll provider, bank) as needed for reporting and compliance deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or related field) from an accredited four-year college/university.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, with demonstrated responsibility for core accounting processes (AP/AR/GL, reconciliations, and reporting).
• Experience leading or coordinating work for an accounting team (preferred: 2+ team members).
• Strong knowledge of Quick Books ® Online, GAAP, and general accounting best practices.
• Working knowledge of banking operations and cash movement processes.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets;
  Quick Books experience strongly preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-savvy and process-minded, able to improve workflows and documentation.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (single coverage)
• FSA option
• 401(k) with company match after 90 days
• Paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays (including the week between
  December 24 and January
  1)
• Early Friday close at 2:00 p.m.
• Two paid personal days
• Eligibility for annual performance bonus
• Professional development stipend
• Annual work-from-home stipend
• Family-oriented work culture

Sachs Media is an equal-opportunity employer.