Senior Accountant

@ GHJ
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Senior Accountant

Posted 1 week ago

About the job

GHJ Search partners with a growing organization in Flowery Branch. We provide accounting professionals and support clients across industries with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA or CPA-track preferred
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Organizational and problem-solving skills

Full job description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are partnering with a growing organization in Flowery Branch seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This onsite opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the month-end close process, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting while working in a collaborative environment.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting compliance with accounting standards, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.


Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for management review
  • Analyze financial results and investigate account variances
  • Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
  • Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and schedules
  • Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiencies
  • Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment


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