Senior Accountant - Alpharetta, GA

LOOKOUT PEST CONTROL • Alpharetta, GA

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant works closely with the Corporate Controller to maintain accurate financial records, execute the month-end close, and support the annual financial statement audit and quarterly lender reporting. The role is suited to a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong foundation in GAAP who can take ownership, work independently, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced, growing organization.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with at least three days per week in the office. Work is primarily office-based and involves extended periods of computer use and sitting. Meeting month-end, quarter-end, and audit deadlines may occasionally require extended hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems, such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Prior experience in a private-equity-backed or high-growth environment.
• Experience in a multi-location or multi-entity accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring balances are properly supported and reconciling items are resolved promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries.
• Maintain and review assigned general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review expense allocations across multiple branch locations, ensuring accurate and consistent recording of expenses.
• Support the Corporate Controller with the annual financial statement audit and quarterly lender reporting, including preparing financial schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Help maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures, including month-end close controls.
• Serve as an accounting resource for branch managers and other departments, resolving accounting-related inquiries.
• Identify and implement improvements to the efficiency, consistency, and accuracy of accounting processes.
• Support acquisition-related accounting and other special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Competitive salary.
• Career growth opportunities, including a stated commitment to promoting from within.

What This Job Offers

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