Senior Accountant

LHH US; Ohio; On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH US is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization in Columbus, OH to fill a Senior Accountant contract role. You will perform month-end close, cost analysis, inventory valuation, and financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with operations, cross-functional teams, and process improvements, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational metrics analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, manufacturing/operational focus preferred.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory, and GL maintenance; ERP proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconcile GL; assist month-end close.
• Support cost accounting: inventory valuation, standard costing, variances.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions; maintain cost data.
• Manage AP/AR processes, invoicing, collections, vendor communications.
• Assist budgeting/forecasting and financial analysis of plant expenses.
• Partner with operations and leadership on audits and process improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel (PivotTables, lookups)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

LHH is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to identify a Senior Accountant for a contract opportunity in Columbus, OH. This position offers a blend of accounting, cost analysis, and operational finance responsibilities, making it an excellent fit for an accounting professional who enjoys working closely with business operations. The role provides exposure to month‑end close activities, inventory management, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

If you are looking for a hands‑on accounting role where you can make an impact while collaborating with cross‑functional teams, we'd like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist with month‑end close activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support cost accounting functions, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and analysis of manufacturing variances.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions while helping maintain accurate cost and operational data.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, collections support, and vendor communications.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis by tracking plant‑level expenses, labor costs, and key operational metrics.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to support audits, resolve accounting issues, and identify process improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment.
• Experience with month‑end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting, and general ledger maintenance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookups, and data analysis functions.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Pay Details: $30.00 to $38.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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