Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and strengthen day-to-day accounting operations in Memphis, Tennessee. This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial records, contributing to budgeting and performance analysis, and delivering clear insights that help guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain the accuracy of financial records by preparing journal entries, updating ledger activity, and completing detailed account reconciliations.
• Support monthly and periodic close activities, ensuring financial data is recorded on time and reflects current business performance.
• Review budget-related information and financial results to identify trends, explain variances, and assist with planning efforts.
• Prepare and help analyze profit and loss reporting, providing management with reliable information for operational and financial decisions.
• Investigate accounting questions by examining source data, validating transactions, and clarifying financial details for internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the organization and upkeep of accounting documentation and records to support compliance and reporting needs.
• Evaluate account activity, costs, and workflows to identify discrepancies, control gaps, or potential noncompliance issues.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance the quality, consistency, and efficiency of accounting procedures.
• Complete required internal, third-party, and customer-specific training needed for role readiness and site access, while taking on additional assigned duties as needed.• Demonstrated experience with month-end close activities in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to analyze financial data, interpret account activity, and prepare clear spreadsheet-based reports.
• Proficiency in preparing or supporting financial statements and profit and loss reporting.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate records and dependable financial information.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to respond to accounting questions and explain findings clearly.