Accountant - Senior

Robert Half • Arden, NC • 1d ago

Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a manufacturing company in Arden, NC. This role will support and help oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and timely completion of month-end and year-end close activities.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing general ledger activity, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, audit support, and financial reporting. This position also partners with leadership and cross-functional teams to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and support the ongoing efficiency of finance operations within a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

Manage general and analytical accounting activities for the manufacturing operation.

Oversee accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP and company policies.

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including fixed assets, amortizations, and bank statements.

Support and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Review and monitor employee expense reports and claims.

Perform bookkeeping functions through preparation of balance sheets and profit and loss statements.

Lead or assist with monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual close activities in partnership with the finance team, external accountants, and auditors.

Audit financial transactions and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.

Develop, maintain, and document accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and systems in alignment with GAAP.

Serve as a primary point of contact for external accountants and statutory or financial auditors.

Support improvements to ERP systems and other financial applications to enhance scalability, reporting accuracy, and operational reliability.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting and finance function.

Contribute to strong internal and external customer service.

Provide backup support for other accounting team members as needed.

Experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to inventory, cost accounting, production-related financial activity, or plant operations.

Understanding of accounting processes that support operational efficiency and accurate financial reporting in a manufacturing setting.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Experience with general ledger, account reconciliations, closings, and audit support.

Background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statement preparation.

ERP system experience and strong systems proficiency preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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