Senior Bookkeeper – Jacksonville Beach, FL (Hybrid)

Direct applicants only. We are not accepting agency submissions for this position.

At SBDP, we are growing and seeking talented professionals who want to build meaningful careers with a firm that values its people and its community. Recognized as a 2025 Top 100 Firm and one of Accounting Today’s Best Small Firms to Work For, we are proud of the strong, supportive culture our team has built.

We are a midsize public accounting firm serving small businesses and healthcare providers with tax, accounting, and audit services. Our philosophy is simple: how would you want to be treated if you were the client? That mindset shapes everything we do; our clients aren’t just numbers, and neither are our team members.

Located just blocks from the Atlantic Ocean, we embrace a relaxed, coastal feel while delivering exceptional service. We work hard, collaborate openly, and always look for opportunities to help each other grow. If you’re someone who values community, professional excellence, and a workplace where your voice matters, you’ll fit right in at SBDP.

Job Details

The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for the efficient and timely completion of bookkeeping, complied financial statement and payroll related projects for the firm’s clients.

The successful candidate will:

• Preparation of Financial Statements on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Monthly/Quarterly review of client’s general ledgers and adjusting journal entries.
• Analyze Financial data to look for irregularities and fluctuations.
• Work with and train clients on QuickBooks.
• Assist and train junior staff, including reviewing work, making corrections, providing feedback and training.
• Assist with any other accounting projects on various clients as needed within the department.
• Payroll and payroll tax returns preparation, review and submission on client’s behalf.
• Sales tax return preparation, review, and filing.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• 1+ years of experience in Public Accounting.
• 2+ years of experience with payroll and payroll tax return prep, review and submission.
• 4+ years of experience with QuickBooks Online and Desktop.
• Solid MS Office knowledge, especially excel.
• Positive and professional demeanor, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a variety of team members, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work efficiently and under a budget.
• Able to multi-task: juggle several projects simultaneously, while keeping track of priorities.
• Forward-thinking and always looking for ways to improve, learn and grow.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

Work/Life Balance & Employee Benefits

Taking care of our people is central to who we are. SBDP is committed to providing a work environment that supports both professional success and personal well-being. Our comprehensive work‑life package includes:

• Flexible schedule: Approximately 36 hours per week outside of busy season
• Office closed on Fridays from May through December
• Firm-paid insurance premiums for Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance (employee coverage)
• Firm contribution to Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Twelve paid holidays
• Firm-paid community service hours
• Firm-paid CPE credits

Work Location

Jacksonville Beach, FL (Onsite with transition to hybrid following an acclimation period)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Direct applicants only. Agency submissions will not be considered.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

SBDP does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to SBDP, or provided directly to any of our employees, will be considered the property of SBDP. Our firm reserves the right to hire the candidate(s) at its sole discretion without any obligation to compensate the submitting agency or recruiter.