Senior Accountant

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are partnering with a growing organization in Flowery Branch seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This onsite opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the month-end close process, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting while working in a collaborative environment.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting compliance with accounting standards, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity

Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for management review

Analyze financial results and investigate account variances

Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed

Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and schedules

Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting procedures

Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial initiatives

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiencies

Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

4+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting

Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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