Certified Public Accounting - Senior Accountant

Vaden Automotive; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Vaden Automotive in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to lead financial reporting and analysis. You will prepare statements, perform reconciliations, and drive process improvements while partnering with business leaders to support strategic decisions.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of accounting experience, CPA preferred, and strong GAAP knowledge. This role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement within a dynamic automotive

Qualifications

• Active CPA license preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and schedules.
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Research accounting guidance and propose practical solutions.
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operational leaders for financial insight.
• Assist with special projects, acquisitions, and initiatives.

Skills

Active CPA license

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Detail-Driven Accounting Professional | Savannah, Georgia | $75,000- $90,000

Numbers tell a story. We’re looking for someone who can tell it accurately, improve it continuously, and help shape the future of our organization. We are turning the automotive industry upside down!!

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of general ledger activity
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, fixed asset schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Analyze financial data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Research accounting guidance and recommend practical solutions to complex accounting matters
• Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies
• Collaborate with operational leaders to provide financial insight and decision support
• Assist with special projects, acquisitions, and business initiatives as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Active CPA license preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience in either public accounting or private industry
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional analytical and organizational abilities
• High level of accuracy with outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines

Experience That Will Help You Succeed

• Multi-entity accounting
• Financial statement preparation and analysis
• Process improvement and workflow optimization
• Internal controls and compliance
• General ledger management
• ERP or accounting software systems
• Cross-functional collaboration with business leaders

Who You Are

You are someone who naturally notices the details others overlook.

You ask questions, seek better ways to accomplish work, and take ownership of your responsibilities. You value integrity, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team while working independently to produce exceptional results.

Why Consider Us?

We believe great accounting professionals do far more than close the books—they help guide business decisions. You’ll join an organization that values professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth while providing opportunities to expand your career alongside an experienced leadership team.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where your technical accounting expertise, analytical mindset, and process improvement skills will make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation Based On Experience And Including Incentive Opportunities.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance partnered by ancillary products for the whole family

• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid and unpaid time off
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A collaborative team environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Vaden Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.