Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant - Corporate Accounting Location: Atlanta, GA (Remote) Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt About the Client Our client is a large national distributor supporting professionals across the green industry, supplying products for landscaping, irrigation, lighting, turf care, hardscapes, nursery, and more. They pride themselves on exceptional customer service, deep industry knowledge, and a long history of supporting those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces. Their culture emphasizes safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and being a great place to work through strong associate development, benefits, and a collaborative environment. With hundreds of locations and continued expansion, they are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Corporate Accounting team. What You Get to Do Inventory Accounting & Month-End Close Perform monthly accounting close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and required GAAP-compliant deliverables Prepare timely and accurate account reconciliations for assigned accounts Research inventory transactions, evaluate proper accounting treatment, and recommend corrections Develop, document, implement, and manage inventory accounting processes, controls, and systems Support interim and annual audit activities through schedules, analyses, and documentation Ensure compliance with internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements Research accounting issues and provide technical guidance as needed Process Improvement & Systems Optimization Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance accounting processes, systems, and reporting Implement best practices to support efficiency and scalability as the organization grows Assist colleagues with related tasks and cross-functional needs Manage ad-hoc projects as required Reporting and Analysis Ensure accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of accounting data Provide analysis and reporting for assigned balance sheet accounts Support project-related reporting and ad-hoc analysis Policies & Internal Controls Develop, document, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Assist with ongoing updates and testing related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance Partner with business units and finance teams to resolve issues and ensure adherence to established policies Travel Requirement What You Need to Succeed Education BS in Accounting or related business degree required CPA or CPA track preferred Experience Minimum 4+ years of accounting experience; public accounting is a plus Minimum 2+ years working in the accounting close process Experience with Microsoft D365 F&O or similar ERP platforms Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred Competencies Strong execution and follow-through Sound judgment and timely decision-making Professional confidence and emotional self-awareness Ability to influence and collaborate across teams Innovative mindset and continuous improvement orientation Customer-focused and service-driven Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to function as a business partner across departments Functional Skills Solid understanding of US GAAP and emerging accounting issues Knowledge of financial systems and accounting processes Strong planning, organization, and time-management abilities What\'s In It for You: Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Apply Now! A recruiter will review your background and reach out if your experience aligns with the role. LI-JP1 J-18808-Ljbffr