Senior Accountant Technical Accounting

Genuine Parts Company • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting is part of the NAPA HQ Accounting team and supports month‑end and year‑end close activities. The role focuses on inventory reserves, related cost of goods sold, and associated accounting analysis to support accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include leading reserve analysis, performing technical accounting research under U.S. GAAP, and preparing account reconciliations and supporting schedules. The Senior Accountant also collaborates with cross‑functional partners to address inventory‑related accounting matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA Required
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred
• Basic knowledge of general ledger accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
• ERP experience (PeopleSoft preferred)
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participate in the month-end close process, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance explanations and other financial information and supporting schedules.
• Lead analysis of inventory reserves to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Enhance processes to monitor and evaluate inventory reserves, mitigating risk and ensuring appropriate financial reporting.
• Research and interpret U.S. GAAP (including ASC 606, ASC 705, inventory-related guidance, and other relevant ASC topics) and prepare documentation supporting accounting positions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess accounting implications of new programs and business initiatives and communicate conclusions to relevant stakeholders.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned areas and partner with management at all levels, on related accounting matters.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify variances, investigate anomalies, and recommend improvements.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and providing support as needed.
• Support the design and implementation of new controls driven by process changes, system implementations, or audit findings.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior