Associate Accountant
Raymond James • Saint Petersburg, Florida • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Jun 25, 2026
Job Description Summary
Performs professional accounting work including compilation, consolidation and analysis of financial data. Requires an understanding of accounting fundamentals and principles and bookkeeping experience. May include any or all of the following: ledgers and preparation of journal entries, fixed asset or inventory accounting, preparation of trial balance or financial statements, cost accounting, bank account reconciliation.Job Description
Responsibilities:
Monitor and analyze data using established finance systems and protocols.
Produce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats.
Extract and combine data to generate standard reports.
Assist with the development and delivery of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols to ensure the company complies with regulations and good financial practice.
Skills:
Create reports for various audiences as relevant, in a lucid and effective manner, keeping in mind the purpose of reports.
Understand numerical concepts and use them to carry out mathematical operations e.g. in order to analyze reports.
Systematically estimate, allocate, and control costs in order to manage financial resources effectively.
Interpret and apply knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise.
Education:
- Bachelors degree in progress preferred
Education
Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: FinanceWork Experience
General Experience - 4 to 6 monthsCertifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)Travel
Less than 25%Workstyle
HybridThe total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.
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.