The Third Group

Accounting Associate

The Third Group  •  North Palm Beach, FL (Onsite)  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

The Corporate Accountant will manage the full accounts payable cycle and corporate expense reporting process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policy. In addition to AP oversight, this role will support the preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, and month-end close, offering exposure to broader corporate accounting functions and opportunity for growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice coding, approval routing, and timely payment processing
  • Manage employee expense reporting, ensuring compliance with company travel and expense policies
  • Review and reconcile AP aging reports, resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders
  • Maintain vendor records, W-9 collection, and 1099 reporting compliance
  • Assist with monthly accruals related to AP and outstanding expenses
  • Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP
  • Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits
  • Analyze AP and expense trends, identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost control
  • Partner cross-functionally with procurement, operations, and department heads to ensure accurate expense coding and budget alignment
  • Assist with credit card program administration and reconciliation, if applicable
  • Support ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • 2-4+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on accounts payable and/or general accounting
  • Experience supporting financial statement preparation and month-end close preferred
  • Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar)
  • Experience with expense management platforms (Concur, Expensify, or similar) a plus
  • Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, SUMIFS)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Attributes

  • CPA candidate or progress toward CPA a plus
  • Experience in a multi-entity or corporate accounting environment
  • Interest in growing into a broader financial reporting or general accounting role over time
The Third Group

About The Third Group

The Third Group stands out as a boutique executive advisory and solutions firm with a remarkable legacy of over 50 years of combined experience in refining executive talent and leadership strategies for top-tier organizations, from dynamic Series A startups to renowned Fortune 500 companies.

At the heart of their success is a passion for building strong, transparent relationships and a strategic use of industry trends and comprehensive market data. This ensures not just a recruitment process, but a high-quality matchmaking journey, yielding exceptional candidate and client experiences globally.

Our extensive network includes family offices, private equity, venture capital, and more, underlining our capability in navigating high-stake hiring landscapes with discretion and precision. Noteworthy placements by The Third Group span various pivotal roles, including C-level positions in Financial Services, Real Estate, and Technology sectors, among others.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Boca Raton, Florida
Year Founded
2024
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