Accounting Manager

Sparkus

. Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations and monthly close .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes, with a strong focus on accuracy and detail. Proficient in utilizing financial technology and reporting tools to enhance financial insights and performance.

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General Ledger ManagementFinancial ReportingQuickBooks OnlineAdvanced ExcelAccounting Principles

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableFinancial StatementsFinancial DashboardsPayroll ProcessingVendor PaymentsClient BillingFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommitment to AccuracyCuriosity about Financial Technology

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksRampScoroFathomPower BILooker StudioGoogle Sheets

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingProAdvisor Certification (Plus)

Industry Keywords

Marketing Agency ExperienceFinancial TrendsInternal ControlsFinancial DocumentationEmployee Onboarding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations and monthly close
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor payments and client billing
Prepare contract-required reporting on vendor and subcontractor payments for government clients and agencies
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and financial transactions
Maintain accurate financial records across QuickBooks, Ramp and related platforms
Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
Coordinate with external accounting partners on technical accounting, tax preparation and year-end requirements
Maintain accounting procedures, internal controls and financial documentation
Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reports
Present financial performance through charts, tables and visual summaries
Track agency profitability, revenue, expenses, budgets and financial trends
Integrate and reconcile information from QuickBooks, Ramp, Scoro and other financial platforms
Identify financial risks, trends and opportunities and bring insights to leadership
Improve reporting through automation, financial technology and AI-assisted tools
Prepare project and service-line profitability reports
Support reporting on employee labor allocation and utilization
Help evaluate pricing accuracy, project margins and staffing costs
Work with the VP of Operations to improve financial forecasts and profitability reporting
Process payroll, including new hires, terminations, raises, bonuses, deductions and garnishments
Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding administration, including tax forms, I-9 verification, direct deposit and benefits enrollment
Maintain confidential employee files
Fund 401(k) contributions and reconcile deferrals and employer contributions
Administer and reconcile HSA contributions
Reconcile payroll, benefits and related liabilities to the general ledger
Serve as point of contact for employee questions about pay, withholdings and benefits deductions

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including ownership of monthly close
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of accounting principles, general ledger management and financial statements
Experience independently managing reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR and financial reporting
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
Strong experience with QuickBooks Online; ProAdvisor a plus
Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, visually compelling dashboards and reports
Curiosity about financial technology, automation and AI tools
Experience with Fathom, Power BI, Looker Studio or similar reporting tools is a plus
Marketing agency experience a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) contributions
HSA contributions
Benefits enrollment
Payroll and benefits administration support