Senior Accountant

Alliance Technical Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Bon/Profit Sharing

Job summary

Alliance Technical Group seeks a Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Nashville, TN. You will own month-end close, handle revenue recognition under ASC 606, and ensure accurate general ledger reporting with strong adherence to U.S. GAAP.

The ideal candidate has a public accounting background, CPA preferred, and at least three years of experience. You will engage with audits, improve processes, and partner with the Divisional Controller on key initiatives.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of progressive accounting or external audit experience.
• Big Four public accounting audit background 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.
• Proficiency in Excel; NetSuite experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end and year-end close activities with journal entries and accruals.
• Reconcile revenue, unbilled and deferred revenue to the GL.
• Ensure ASC 606 revenue recognition and document conclusions.
• Prepare GL reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare audit-ready workpapers and coordinate with auditors.
• Prepare management reports and analyze variances.
• Identify improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Collaborate with the Divisional Controller on special initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation preferred

Tools

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, 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 escalates 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.