Senior Accountant: Close, GAAP, & Process Improvement

Watkins Talent Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Watkins Talent Solutions in Birmingham, AL is seeking an accounting professional to help keep our financial house in order. You’ll support month-end close, maintain the general ledger, and partner with a team that values accuracy and teamwork.

This role emphasizes GAAP compliance, reconciliations, and clear reporting. You’ll use Excel and accounting software daily, juggle priorities, and contribute to forecasting and financial planning with leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and compliance basics.
• Experience with accounting systems.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Clear communicator with ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Own parts of the financial statements and general ledger.
• Drive month-end close and streamline the process.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
• Manage reconciliations, cash flow analysis, and reporting.
• Identify improvements to accounting processes.
• Support forecasting and financial planning with leadership.
• Ensure daily accounting operations run smoothly.

Skills

Excel skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software experience

Job description

Watkins Talent Solutions in Birmingham, AL is seeking an accounting professional to help keep our financial house in order. You’ll support month-end close, maintain the general ledger, and partner with a team that values accuracy and teamwork.

This role emphasizes GAAP compliance, reconciliations, and clear reporting. You’ll use Excel and accounting software daily, juggle priorities, and contribute to forecasting and financial planning with leadership.