Senior Accountant

CAROLINA PRG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CAROLINA PRG is seeking a Senior Accountant to support month-end close, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. This role emphasizes accurate results, strong internal controls, and process improvements, with collaboration across teams.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, takes ownership of their work, and applies solid knowledge of US GAAP, Excel, and ERP systems to ensure timely and compliant reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA designation or eligibility required.
• 4+ years of accounting experience with knowledge of US GAAP.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports and analyze balance sheet and income statement fluctuations.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor requests.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting.
• Partner with finance and other departments to address accounting questions and support business needs.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation or CPA eligibility

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

A client of Carolina PRG is seeking a Senior Accountant to support month-end close, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. This role will help ensure accurate financial results, maintain strong internal controls, and improve accounting processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, takes ownership of their work, and enjoys collaborating across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports and analyze balance sheet and income statement fluctuations.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor requests.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting.
• Partner with finance and other departments to address accounting questions and support business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of four years of relevant accounting experience.
• CPA designation or CPA eligibility required.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.