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Gibby Group Inc.

Senior Accountant

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$120K - $140K/yr

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ACT Services, Inc

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ACT Services, Inc

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Dear Services LLC

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ATC Union

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Miami, FL · On-site

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How much do external accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for external accountant in the United States is $65,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an external accountant?

External accountants are professionals who provide accounting services to businesses or individuals from outside the organization, rather than being employed directly by them. They typically work for accounting firms or as independent consultants and are responsible for tasks such as auditing financial statements, preparing tax returns, and offering financial advisory services. Their objective perspective helps ensure financial accuracy and compliance with regulations. Companies often hire external accountants to bring specialized expertise and maintain impartiality in financial reporting.

How does an external accountant typically interact with client teams and internal stakeholders during an audit or financial review?

External Accountants frequently collaborate with both client employees and internal colleagues, such as audit managers or tax specialists, throughout each engagement. You'll often coordinate directly with client finance teams to request documentation, clarify transactions, and discuss findings, requiring clear communication and professionalism. Internally, you'll work closely with your firm's audit or accounting team to share updates, delegate tasks, and ensure compliance with relevant standards. This role demands strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust while managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an external accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an External Accountant, you need strong analytical skills, accounting knowledge, and a relevant degree or certification such as CPA or ACCA. Familiarity with accounting software like QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, and proficiency in Excel are typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and ethical integrity are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and high-quality service for clients.

What is the difference between External Accountant vs Bookkeeper?

AspectExternal AccountantBookkeeper
CredentialsCPA or accounting degree often requiredHigh school diploma or associate degree typically sufficient
Primary RoleFinancial analysis, tax planning, and reportingRecording daily financial transactions
Work EnvironmentConsults with clients periodically, often remotelyHandles daily bookkeeping tasks, often on-site or remotely
Employer & Industry UsageAccounting firms, corporations, small businessesSmall businesses, freelance, and small accounting firms

External Accountants focus on high-level financial analysis, tax strategies, and compliance, often working with multiple clients. Bookkeepers handle daily transaction recording and data entry, providing the foundational financial data. While both roles are essential for financial management, External Accountants typically require advanced credentials and offer strategic insights, whereas Bookkeepers focus on accurate record-keeping.

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Infographic showing various External Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,812 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Senior Accountant

Plantation, FL • On-site

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners
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$73K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Vitana is a dentist-led dental partnership organization (DPO) focused exclusively on elite Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic practices led by growth-oriented dentists with operations in Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, Texas, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. Vitana invests in high-quality owner dentists who have built great businesses and have the desire to take their financial and professional growth to the next level. Vitana believes dentist owners are the natural CEOs of their practices and should retain complete autonomy. This leads to better patient care, optimal practice culture & continuous professional growth. Vitana ensures these dentist leaders have the support, information/data, tools, resources and capital at their disposal to make the right decisions for their practices and teams. Vitana is backed by private equity partners focused on long-term value creation. To learn more, please visit: www.vitanapdp.com

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

 

As a rapidly growing organization, we are looking for a senior accountant who can support the enhancement of Vitana's financial operations. This role will report to the Corporate Controller.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting

  • Proactively identifies and proposes accounting solutions for new or unusual business transactions and helps to ensure that the day-to-day accounting is consistent with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and GAAP.
  • Responsible for the reconciliation of bank accounts, fixed asset accounts, intercompany accounts, general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers as appropriate.
  • Prepare monthly journal entries to include revenue recognition, payroll, accruals and others as needed
  • Maintain fixed asset schedules to ensure proper classification of assets and calculation of depreciation
  • Work alongside external accountant to ensure the timely completion of the month-end close process
  • Reviews source documents as required making proper accounting determination
  • Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed

Audit & Tax Liaison

  • Coordinate data flow with external accounting firms for audit & corporate tax engagements
  • Responds to questions from our auditors during their routine review and audit of financials while maintaining auditable records and schedules

Systems Enhancement

  • Actively support transition of ERP and AP solution away from external accounting firm and onto Vitana-held license

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

 

  • 2+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a mix of public and private sector setting
  • Knowledge and comfort with financial reporting and US GAAP
  • Prior experience in working with, or at audit or accounting firms
  • Analytical and attention to detail 
  • Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite or QuickBooks is a plus, but not required

 

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

 

  • Bachelor's degree in business (accounting or finance)
  • CPA designation (or in progress)
 

YOU WILL LOVE THIS JOB IF YOU ARE

  • Excited to be a part of a rewarding culture and a growing organization
  • Willing to roll up your sleeves to get the job done
  • A strong team player
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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