Senior Staff Accountant

High Point Management, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point Management, LLC in Georgia near Atlanta is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial reporting, budgeting, and tax functions in an on-site role.

You will manage the general ledger, journal entries, month-end close, and financial statements, while ensuring internal controls and collaboration with leadership.

Candidates should have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel/ERP skills; CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Solid GAAP knowledge, internal controls, and regulatory reporting support.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and close processes.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Produce financial statements and management reports for leadership.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support audits with documentation and analysis.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

General ledger management

Journal entry preparation

Account reconciliation

Financial statement preparation

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Excel & data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or part CPA preferred

Tools

Navision

NetSuite

IQMS

DelmiaWorks

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Company Description:

We are a fast-growing contract manufacturer based near Lithia Springs, GA. We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to offer extensive support in all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, accounting, audit, and tax functions for the business. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in accounting and financial management. This is an onsite role, so please consider this when applying for the job.

Role Description

The Senior Staff Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based near Atlanta, GA, responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations and supporting the organization’s financial integrity. This role includes maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries, reconciling bank and balance sheet accounts, and ensuring accurate month-end and year-end close processes. The Senior Staff Accountant will prepare financial statements and management reports, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and support audits by providing documentation and analysis. Responsibilities also include overseeing accounts payable and receivable, monitoring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies, and recommending process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The role collaborates closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong core accounting skills, including general ledger management, journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with accounting software and financial systems, as well as advanced skills in spreadsheets and data analysis tools.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and compliance practices, including support for audits and regulatory reporting.
• Candidates should possess experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting for leadership and stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines.
• Candidates must have solid Balance Sheet reconciliation skills.
• Candidates should have a high proficiency with ERP software and advance Microsoft Excel skills. Would be nice if there was specific experience with any of the following: Navision, NetSuite, IQMS, DelmiaWorks, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP solutions. Would also appreciate any experience or skills with Power BI, Tableau, Crystal Reports or any other business intelligence/reporting tools.
• Candidates should possess effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders and work in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or progress toward certification is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in industrial manufacturing environment(s).
• Would also appreciate any experience or knowledge of AI solutions in business.