Senior Accountant

Job Title: Sr Accountant Job Description The Sr Accountant provides comprehensive accounting support to a newly established division of independently operated sales agencies within a multi-location commercial play and recreation organization. This role ensures accurate day-to-day financial activity at the agency level, performs and reviews monthly reconciliations and intercompany reclassification entries, and partners closely with newly acquired agencies to integrate their financial processes into the corporate reporting structure. The position requires strong technical accounting skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the capability to support multiple business units simultaneously while maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and professionalism. Responsibilities Provide daily accounting support to multiple sales agencies, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with corporate policies. Review and post agency-level accounts payable and accounts receivable activity, credit card transactions, expense reports, customer invoicing, bank activity, and journal entries. Support agency financial workflows to ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, deposits, and payroll-related entries. Partner with agency personnel to resolve discrepancies in billing, receipts, account coding, and month-end balances. Prepare and record monthly reclassification entries between related entities, ensuring accurate allocation of shared revenue, commissions, payroll, and operating expenses. Reconcile intercompany balances and collaborate with other accounting teams to identify and resolve variances. Perform detailed monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned agencies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to GAAP. Support the preparation of monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting schedules. Serve as a key accounting resource for newly acquired agencies, supporting onboarding and transition to financial systems, policies, and reporting standards. Map historical general ledger accounts to the corporate chart of accounts and assist with ERP system transitions. Help implement standardized accounting, billing, inventory, and financial documentation procedures across new locations. Train agency personnel on accounting policies, internal controls, and month-end processes to promote consistency and compliance. Support internal and external audit requests by providing accurate documentation and clear explanations. Assist with the development of standardized standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency across decentralized agencies. Support budget and forecast cycles by providing timely and accurate financial data and insights. Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned to support the needs of the organization. Essential Skills Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity, decentralized, or distribution-based environment. Experience with intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and consolidations strongly preferred. Experience supporting post-acquisition integration or financial system onboarding is a plus. Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Solid knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations. Hands‑on experience with month‑end close processes and ownership of month‑end activities. Experience with intercompany reconciliations and multi‑entity accounting structures. ERP or financial system experience, including mapping accounts and supporting system transitions. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial data and reporting. Effective time management skills with the ability to support multiple agencies concurrently. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non‑accounting stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with agency teams and cross‑functional partners. Proven analytical decision‑making skills and sound financial management capabilities. Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and results orientation in a dynamic environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Self-directed and proactive, with the ability to work independently and take initiative. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities and decentralized operating structures. Ability to troubleshoot accounting and process issues across multiple locations and business units. Strong teamwork and relationship‑building skills, fostering trust with agency personnel and internal stakeholders. Ability to support acquisitions and process integration, including onboarding new entities into existing financial systems. Experience developing or contributing to standardized SOPs and internal control frameworks. Strong planning and organizing skills to manage competing deadlines and deliverables. Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaborating across finance and non‑finance teams. Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement. Interest in professional growth within the finance function, with opportunities to acquire new skills as the company continues to grow. Work Environment This is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Chattanooga, TN, supporting a multi‑location commercial play and recreation organization and its network of independently operated sales agencies. The role involves working closely with agency personnel and internal accounting teams, with up to 20% travel as needed to support agency visits and acquisition integrations. The environment is fast‑paced and dynamic, with changing priorities and decentralized operations that require adaptability, strong communication, and collaboration. You will use standard office technologies, including ERP or financial systems and the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and work within established internal control and GAAP frameworks. The organization offers competitive benefits, including paid time off, eligibility for annual performance‑based bonuses, and medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with opportunities to grow within the finance department as the company continues to expand. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $80000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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