Accountant

Job Title : Senior Accountant Location : Elizabethtown, NC (Onsite) Job Type : Full Time/ Direct Hire Salary : Open (Depending on Experience company will provide more)Job description:ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSCore Accounting Functions:Perform general ledger accounting and maintenance, including monthly close processes and reconciliations for the fuels division.Prepare and review journal entries and ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.Analyze financial statements and variance reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Works cross functionally with operations teams to understand key drivers of financials, maintain rebate accruals, and ensure cost allocations are accurate.Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Support and assist in quarterly bank covenant reportingProcess Improvement:Collaborate with IT and finance teams on ERP system updates, maintenance, and optimization.Extract, analyze, and interpret data from systems using advanced Excel techniques, business intelligence tools, or data analytics platforms.Identify inefficiencies in workflows and recommend system-driven improvements.Generate detailed reports and dashboards to present insights to management.Contribute to automation initiatives by working with IT to identify new technologies to streamline accounting processes, such as reconciliation or reporting tasks.Participate in cross-functional projects to integrate data tools with financial reporting functions.Internal Controls:Assist and support in creation and documentation of internal controls related to cash, payables, inventory control, and month end documentationAssist in training and mentoring finance staff on compliance standardsEDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experienceTechnical Skills:Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, pivot tables).Familiarity with data visualization solutions such as Power BI or Tableau helpful.Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and compliance standards.Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. A strong communicator who can translate financial results to operational stakeholders.