Accounting Manager

Hanes Companies; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Discount stock plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Gym reimbursement

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Hanes Companies, located in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks a Senior Accountant to ensure accurate month-end close, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and robust general ledger activity. You will support audits and drive improvements in accounting processes and tools.

The role requires 3–5+ years of accounting experience, proficiency in ERP systems and Excel, and strong attention to detail. This position offers on-site work with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent required.
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting required.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute month-end close with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity, including journal entries.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations with proper support.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation.
• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies to improve data accuracy.
• Partner cross-functionally to improve data quality.
• Drive continuous improvements in accounting processes and tools.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ownership and accountability

Analytical thinking

Deadline-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Hanes Companies in Winston Salem, NC is seeking a Senior Accountant. Hanes is a division of Leggett & Platt Inc. (NYSE: LEG) and has over 50 locations in North America. The Senior Accountant is responsible for the execution and integrity of core accounting processes, including month‑end close, reconciliations, and general ledger activity. This role ensures accurate, controlled, and GAAP‑compliant financial reporting while supporting audits and driving continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute month‑end close with accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity, including journal entries
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations with proper support
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation
• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting
• Identify and resolve discrepancies to improve data accuracy
• Partner cross‑functionally to improve data quality
• Drive continuous improvements in accounting processes and tools

Key Competencies

• Detail‑oriented and highly organized
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Process‑driven mindset with focus on improvement
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month‑end close and financial reporting
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel

Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings with company match, discount stock plan, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement, education reimbursement, and many more.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer