Senior Accountant - Alpharetta, GA

Lookout Pest Control, Inc; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Lookout Pest Control, Inc in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. You will work closely with the Corporate Controller to maintain accurate financial records, manage month-end close, and support audits and lender reporting.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, a strong GAAP foundation, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience including full-cycle month-end close.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct).
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent time management and communication skills, with ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for accurate reporting.
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations; resolve items promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments.
• Maintain and review general ledger accounts; investigate variances per GAAP.
• Prepare and review expense allocations across multiple branches.
• Support the annual financial statement audit and quarterly lender reporting.
• Help maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and month-end close controls.
• Serve as accounting resource for branch managers and other departments.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Support acquisition-related accounting and special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Job description

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Finance & Accounting Full Time Professional Corporate, Alpharetta, GA, US

We're on the Lookout for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our accounting team! Working closely with the Corporate Controller, this role maintains accurate financial records, executes the month-end close, and supports the annual financial statement audit and quarterly lender reporting. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in GAAP who takes ownership, works independently, and brings sound judgment to a fast-paced, growing organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently manage assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring balances are properly supported and reconciling items are resolved promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries.
• Maintain and review assigned general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review expense allocations across multiple branch locations, ensuring accurate and consistent recording of expenses.
• Support the Corporate Controller with the annual financial statement audit and quarterly lender reporting, including preparing financial schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Help maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures, including month-end close controls.
• Serve as an accounting resource for branch managers and other departments, resolving accounting-related inquiries as they arise.
• Identify and implement improvements to the efficiency, consistency, and accuracy of accounting processes.
• Support acquisition-related accounting and other special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct)
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Excellent time management and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across departments

Preferred:

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Prior experience in a PE-backed or high-growth environment
• Experience in a multi-location or multi-entity accounting environment

Work Schedule & Physical Requirements:

• Hybrid schedule: in office at least 3 days per week
• Primarily office-based work requiring extended periods of computer use and sitting
• Ability to meet month-end, quarter-end, and audit deadlines, which may occasionally require extended hours
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role

In this role, you can expect:

Competitive Compensation:

Competitive Benefits (subject to change):

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• We believe in promoting from within
• Experience with a private equity-backed growth company
• An empowered, passionate, and exciting culture
• A reputable company with over 40 years in business, a strong customer base, and a proven track record of success

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We model a culture in which everyone feels valued, respected, and that they belong. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact Human Resources.