Remote Senior Accountant - Manufacturing Growth

Royal Search Group; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Search Group is partnering with a growing manufacturing and consumer products organization seeking a Senior Accountant to own key accounting operations and support financial reporting. You will ensure accurate processing, reconciliations, cash monitoring, and month-end close support in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years in accounting (manufacturing a plus) and experience in AP/AR, reconciliations, and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 3+ years progressive accounting experience; manufacturing/consumer products a plus.
• Public accounting experience is a big plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, cash management, and month-end close.
• ERP experience required; NetSuite preferred (not required).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with journal entries, accruals, and month-end close requirements.
• Interpret customer agreements and support proper revenue recognition practices.
• Evaluate lease agreements and maintain related accounting records.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice review, coding, entry, and payment preparation.
• Monitor vendor obligations, resolve discrepancies, and support cash forecasting activities.
• Oversee accounts receivable processes, customer invoicing, collections, and payment application.
• Review daily banking activity and maintain accurate cash reporting.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, receivables, payables, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain data accuracy within the ERP platform and support ongoing system enhancements.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Ensure documentation and records are audit-ready and compliant with established accounting procedures.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Manufacturing industry experience

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication

AP/AR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

Royal Search Group is partnering with a growing manufacturing and consumer products organization seeking a Senior Accountant to own key accounting operations and support financial reporting. You will ensure accurate processing, reconciliations, cash monitoring, and month-end close support in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years in accounting (manufacturing a plus) and experience in AP/AR, reconciliations, and ERP systems.