Accounting Analyst - Supply Chain

Korn Ferry; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry is hiring an Accounting Analyst Consultant in the Atlanta area to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close in a manufacturing environment. This individual-contributor role collaborates with accounting, finance, and operations while handling journal entries, analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and process improvements.

The position emphasizes GAAP compliance, timely reporting, and coordination with stakeholders across departments, with a hybrid

Qualifications

• Experience with general ledger and month-end close.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial-reporting principles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and with inventory accounting.
• Experience using a large ERP system.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, analyses, and financial reports for assigned accounts.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Review financial results for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and flux analyses.
• Prepare reconciliations using BlackLine and assist with audits.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Month-end close

GAAP

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Tools

BlackLine

Job description

We have partnered with our client in their search for an Accounting Analyst Consultant to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities within a manufacturing environment. This is a hybrid role based in the Atlanta, GA area.

The consultant will help ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. This individual-contributor role will work closely with accounting, finance, and operational stakeholders while supporting journal entries, financial analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, audit requests, and accounting-process improvements.

Responsibilities

We have partnered with our client in their search for an Accounting Analyst Consultant to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities within a manufacturing environment. This is a hybrid role based in the Atlanta, GA area.

The consultant will help ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. This individual-contributor role will work closely with accounting, finance, and operational stakeholders while supporting journal entries, financial analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, audit requests, and accounting-process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, supporting analyses, and financial reports for assigned accounts and business areas.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Review financial results for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform trial balance and flux analyses to identify and investigate unusual account activity.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations using BlackLine.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciliation issues.
• Support accounting activities involving the general ledger, inventory, material pricing, and goods receipt reconciliation.
• Maintain assigned financial subsystems or ERP modules and support their efficient day-to-day operation.
• Compile and analyze financial information in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitor compliance with established accounting policies, processes, and internal controls.
• Prepare and maintain accounting-process and control documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
• Work directly with operational stakeholders to provide accounting and financial support for new initiatives and ongoing business activities.
• Prepare reports, schedules, and supplemental information for monthly, quarterly, and annual audit requests.
• Support special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned.
• Collaborate with finance managers, budget managers, accounting colleagues, and operational personnel to promote accurate reporting.

Required Qualifications

• General ledger accounting and month-end close experience.
• Experience preparing journal entries, financial analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial-reporting principles.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting inventory-related accounting processes.
• Prior experience using a large ERP system.
• Experience working in a large, multi-location business environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and commitment to accurate financial reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service orientation.
• Ability to work effectively with accounting, finance, operations, and management stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a cross-functional team.

Title

Accounting Analyst - Supply Chain

Location

Hybrid, Atlanta

Client Industry

Manufacturing

Compensation

$40-$60/hr

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com