Senior Accountant

Jobtailor

Spring Hill (TN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Spring Hill, TN seeks an experienced Accountant to manage recurring management reporting, variance analysis, and financial forecasting. The role supports plant operations and prepares detailed balance sheets and income statements, with duties spanning general ledger entries, depreciation, and asset tracking.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting with 3–5+ years in accounting/financial analysis, preferably in manufacturing, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
3-5+ years of directly related experience in an accounting role.
3-5+ years of experience in accounting/financial analysis.
Background in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to use a PC with spreadsheet/word processing software, databases, and automated systems.
Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
CPA or CMA candidate is a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for recurring management reporting including department reports and business variance analysis.
Support Plant operating team through daily/weekly/monthly performance metric consolidated reporting.
Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers.
Provide assistance in the development of the monthly financial forecasts.
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
Perform statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes narrative reports explaining findings.
Maintain fixed asset ledger and tracking of projects in progress.
Run monthly depreciation reports.
Evaluate active assets annually for impairment, scrapping, or retirement.
Assist with capital accounting process with project setup and spend reporting/reconciliations.
Make recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
Participate in monthly close process transactions and balance sheet reconciliations ensuring its timely and quality output.
Monitor and review sales tax returns in Avalara; maintain sales tax and prepaid account records.
Assist in budget preparation duties and conducting annual physical inventory.
Monitor compliance with GAAP and company procedures.
Conduct studies and submit recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.
Assist other personnel concerning inquiries on accounting procedures.
Month end reporting and variance analysis as required.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Variance Analysis

Accounting Principles

Microsoft Office Suite

Budget Preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Avalara

Job description

Responsible for recurring management reporting including department reports and business variance analysis.
Support Plant operating team through daily/weekly/monthly performance metric consolidated reporting.
Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers.
Provide assistance in the development of the monthly financial forecasts.
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
Perform statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes narrative reports explaining findings.
Maintain fixed asset ledger and tracking of projects in progress.
Run monthly depreciation reports.
Evaluate active assets annually for impairment, scrapping, or retirement.
Assist with capital accounting process with project setup and spend reporting/reconciliations.
Make recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
Participate in monthly close process transactions and balance sheet reconciliations ensuring its timely and quality output.
Monitor and review sales tax returns in Avalara; maintain sales tax and prepaid account records.
Assist in budget preparation duties and conducting annual physical inventory.
Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
Conduct studies and submit recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.
Assist other personnel concerning inquiries on accounting procedures.
Month end reporting and variance analysis as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
3-5+ years of directly related experience in an accounting role.
3-5+ years of experience in accounting/financial analysis.
Background in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to use a personal computer utilizing spreadsheet and word processing software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
CPA or CMA candidate is a plus.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proficient in managing financial data, preparing balance sheets, and conducting variance analysis to support organizational decision-making.

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