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Accounting Associate

Raymond James Financial Services
Petersburg, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Job Description

Job Summary

The successful candidate for this position will work in a fast paced accounting department. This role involves direct communication with external taxing authorities as well as internal client groups, including Branch Managers, management and Operations staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Process day to day business license forms, including any required accounting entries;
  • Assist with Sales and Use Tax filings, as needed;
  • Resolve business license inquiries received from internal staff;
  • Assist with the monthly financial reporting process, including preparing reconciliations;
  • Prepare and distribute management reports;
  • Maintain branch location listing and license requirements;
  • Assist with projects and initiatives as required; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

  • Excel and Outlook;
  • Skill in

  • Organization;
  • Exemplary problem solving; and
  • Written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to

  • Work quickly with careful attention to detail;
  • Adapt to changing circumstances;
  • Demonstrate excellent client service and collaboration; and
  • Work effectively both independently and within a team environment;
  • Education

    Bachelor's : Accounting, Bachelor's : Business Administration, Bachelor's : Finance

    Work Experience

    General Experience - 7 to 12 months

    Certifications

    Travel

    Less than 25%

    Workstyle

    Hybrid

    At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

    We expect our associates at all levels to :

  • Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
  • Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
  • Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
  • Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
  • Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
  • At Raymond James - as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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