Sr. Accountant

Note: Cost/Inventory Experience Required Position Overview Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is currently seeking a Senior Accountant for a direct-hire, hybrid position in the North Atlanta area. This role is pivotal in supporting inventory accounting, cost analysis, and financial reporting within a complex operational environment. The ideal candidate will partner cross-functionally to enhance processes, ensure accurate financial data, and contribute to scalable, data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities Partner with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, finance, and IT to improve processes and enhance data integrity. Perform financial analysis and investigate variances across key accounts, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions. Support inventory-related workflows by ensuring accurate recording of transactions such as receipts, transfers, adjustments, and returns. Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data. Contribute to the month-end and year-end close processes, including activities related to cost accounting and inventory. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies related to accruals, intercompany balances, and other critical areas. Assist with system and process enhancements, including ERP-related initiatives tied to inventory, costing, and financial reporting. Generate financial reports and provide insights to support business and operational decision-making. Coordinate intercompany activity and ensure proper reconciliation and elimination across entities. Maintain accurate inventory valuation across multiple sites or locations. Support compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements. Document processes and provide support for internal and external audits. Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of accounting policies and procedures. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred. 4+ years of progressive accounting experience. Experience working with large-scale ERP systems in a multi-entity environment. Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookup functions, data analysis tools). Hands-on experience supporting inventory and cost accounting processes in manufacturing or distribution environments, with a solid understanding of underlying valuation principles. Required Work Hours Monday - Friday, First Shift Benefits Additional benefits will be discussed during the interview process. Additional Details Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year This position is based in North Georgia, offering a hybrid work schedule that includes both onsite and remote work flexibility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr