Senior Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in South Pittsburg, Tennessee on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can support day-to-day financial operations while contributing to an accurate and timely month-end close. The position offers a broad scope across reconciliations, receivables, payables, and general ledger activity, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys both detail-focused work and problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and supporting the accuracy of financial records.

• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Oversee accounts receivable tasks such as issuing customer statements, following up on outstanding balances, and addressing billing-related questions.

• Support accounts payable processing by reviewing invoices, coding transactions appropriately, and helping maintain timely vendor payments.

• Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure entries are posted in alignment with accounting standards and internal controls.

• Investigate account variances and partner with internal stakeholders to resolve issues affecting financial reporting.

• Use NetSuite to record, track, and analyze accounting transactions and produce reliable financial data.

• Assist with additional close-related responsibilities and other accounting support functions as needed within the finance team.

If interested in this role please apply, then call (423)244-0726!

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including meaningful involvement in month-end close activities.

• Strong working knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and journal entry preparation.

• Demonstrated experience completing bank reconciliations and researching account discrepancies.

• Proficiency with NetSuite or comparable ERP systems in an accounting environment.

• Solid understanding of debits, credits, and core accounting principles.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately in a deadline-driven setting.

• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred or the ability to adapt quickly to a production-based business environment.

Must be willing to complete drug and background screening to be considered!

Compensation

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