Senior Accountant
Forge Search
5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Forge Search Our client is a growing organization in the Columbia, SC area seeking a Senior GL Accountant who thrives on ownership, technical accounting, and process improvement. This role goes beyond routine close responsibilities—you’ll have the opportunity to partner across Finance and Operations, draft technical GAAP memos, and build stronger controls as the business scales. It’s an ideal next step for an experienced accountant who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, driving change, and making a visible impact. Essential Duties & Functions Lead the monthly and quarterly close, including preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals, and reserves Prepare and review complex reconciliations across areas such as inventory, revenue, deferreds, leases, payroll/benefit liabilities, and intercompany accounts Draft and present GAAP technical accounting position papers (e.g., revenue recognition, capitalization, leases, reserves, contingencies) to leadership Serve as primary contact for external auditors, owning audit PBC lists, resolving findings, and ensuring audit readiness Develop and document standard operating procedures, desk procedures, and internal controls using a risk-based approach Partner with other cross-functional teams to improve data flows and reduce manual processes Identify and implement process improvements to shorten close timelines and improve reporting accuracy Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience with proven ownership of the full close cycle Demonstrated experience drafting GAAP position papers and implementing conclusions Strong ERP proficiency (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar) Advanced Excel skills, with comfort handling large data reconciliations and variance analysis Evidence of process improvements, such as reducing close cycles or automating reconciliations Preferred (Not Required): CPA (active, inactive, or parts passed) Public accounting or large-company background NetSuite experience; exposure to multi-entity and multi-state payroll/benefit accounting Inventory/COGS and revenue recognition experience in both product and services environments Why Join? Experience autonomy in your work and an opportunity to own the GL process Work closely with leadership Be part of a scaling business where you can see your fingerprints on an organization Competitive compensation and a clear path for career growth under supportive leadership For confidential consideration, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or apply directly! Forge Search is built on a foundation of strong relationships, dedicated to helping clients find the Senior talent needed to drive their business forward and ensure seamless operations. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Consumer Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Forge Search by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Accountant” roles. South Carolina, United States 4 weeks ago Columbia, SC $118,000.00-$140,000.00 1 day ago Accountant - Contract (On-Site in Columbia, SC) Lexington, SC $70,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago South Carolina, United States 1 month ago Columbia, SC $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago South Carolina, United States $106,900.00-$202,700.00 2 weeks ago Columbia, SC $54,165.00-$65,000.00 1 day ago South Carolina, United States 2 months ago Columbia, SC $55,000.00-$70,000.00 1 week ago South Carolina, United States 22 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Forge Search
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