Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are helping our client looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial operations for a growing organization in Memphis, Tennessee. This role is ideal for someone who is confident managing core accounting functions, maintaining accurate records, and producing reliable financial information in a small company environment. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of government-related accounting practices, hands-on QuickBooks Online experience, and advanced Excel skills to help ensure timely and compliant reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly closing process by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and ensuring financial records are completed on time.

• Maintain the general ledger by recording, reviewing, and adjusting transactions to support accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and attention to accounting standards.

• Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts regularly to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

• Oversee account reconciliations across multiple areas of the business to strengthen accuracy and internal control.

• Support accounting activities tied to government contracts by tracking costs, maintaining compliance, and organizing required financial documentation.

• Generate financial reports and analysis using QuickBooks Online and Excel to assist leadership with operational and strategic decisions.

• Contribute to broader accounting oversight typically handled within a small company controller-style environment, including process improvement and financial organization.

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including senior-level ownership of core accounting functions.
• Strong working knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation.
• Proven experience performing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online in a business accounting setting.
• Experience supporting accounting work related to government contracts or government-focused financial requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial data efficiently.
• Ability to work independently in a small company setting while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.