Senior Accountant

Job Description

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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