Senior Accounting Specialist: Precision & Process Improvement

Southern Champion Tray Llc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Champion Tray Llc located in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Sr. Accounting Specialist to support accounts payable/receivable, billing, credit analysis and related financial transactions. This role connects the company with customers and requires accuracy and control over processes.

You will coordinate with internal teams, resolve payment discrepancies and ensure policy compliance while maintaining detailed financial records. Strong Excel and ERP proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years or more experience in accounting or similar function.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, specifically Word, Outlook, and an emphasis on advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of accounting / ERP systems
• High School diploma or GED required, associate's degree in finance, accounting or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions, including high-value and multi-layered invoices, account reconciliations, billing disputes, and intercompany transactions.
• Identifying, analyzing and resolving payment discrepancies.
• Coordinating and communicating effectively with internal cross-functional teams at various levels of the organization.
• Communicating with customers/vendors to resolve disputes
• Maintaining compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Producing reports to update management on status of accounts
• Cross training in other departmental functions as needed to provide backup.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Discretion and judgment

Priority management

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in finance/accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Southern Champion Tray Llc located in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Sr. Accounting Specialist to support accounts payable/receivable, billing, credit analysis and related financial transactions. This role connects the company with customers and requires accuracy and control over processes.

You will coordinate with internal teams, resolve payment discrepancies and ensure policy compliance while maintaining detailed financial records. Strong Excel and ERP proficiency are essential.