Senior Accountant

Alliance Technical Group; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

PTO & holidays

Bonus program

Profit sharing

Referral program

Per diem

Travel reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Alliance Technical Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to own month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and support timely financial reporting. You will review contracts for ASC 606, prepare reconciliations, and partner with the Controller on process improvements.

This role requires independent work and strong analytical skills. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in accounting/audit, a Big Four background, and a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of progressive accounting and/or external audit experience required.
• Big Four public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP including ASC 606 and financial reporting.
• Excel proficiency; NetSuite a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and schedules.
• Reconcile revenue, unbilled, and deferred revenue to the GL; prepare adjusting entries.
• Ensure ASC 606 revenue recognition and contract review align with policies; escalate complex matters.
• Prepare GL reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Coordinate audit requests and prepare supporting documents with the Controller.
• Prepare management reports and analyze variances with actionable insights.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and controls.
• Partner with Controller on special initiatives to ensure timely financial records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA (preferred)

Big Four experience (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Oracle NetSuite

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, this role will take ownership of key accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records,

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, this role will take ownership of key accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and support timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong public accounting background, sound technical judgment, and the ability to work independently while improving processes and partnering effectively across the finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own assigned month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
• Reconcile revenue and related unbilled and deferred revenue balances at month-end to the general ledger and supporting schedules; investigate discrepancies and prepare required adjusting entries.
• Ensure revenue recognition complies with ASC 606 and company accounting policies, including review of customer contracts, performance obligations, and recognition timing; document conclusions and elevate complex matters to the Divisional Controller.
• Prepare and analyze general ledger reconciliations, reconcile balances to corresponding subledgers, and independently investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare audit-ready workpapers and supporting documentation; coordinate auditor requests and resolve follow-up questions in partnership with the Divisional Controller.
• Prepare management reports and analyze account activity and period-over-period variances, clearly communicating findings and recommended actions.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.
• Partner with the Divisional Controller and finance team on special initiatives and accounting issues, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of progressive accounting and/or external audit experience required.
• Prior employment in an audit role with a Big Four public accounting firm preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Oracle NetSuite is a plus.
• Ability to independently manage competing priorities, meet close deadlines, and resolve accounting issues with sound professional judgment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
• Referral Program
• Per Diem & Paid Travel
• Employee Discount Hub

This position will be based in either our future Nashville, TN office or our Decatur, AL office. This is an on-site position and requires regular in-office attendance.

Remote work is not available for this role.

Alliance Technical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.