Senior Accountant

Alliance Technical Group•Decatur, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, this role will take ownership of key accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and support timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong public accounting background, sound technical judgment, and the ability to work independently while improving processes and partnering effectively across the finance team.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of progressive accounting and/or external audit experience required.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to independently manage competing priorities, meet close deadlines, and resolve accounting issues with sound professional judgment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Prior employment in an audit role with a Big Four public accounting firm preferred.
CPA designation preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Experience with Oracle NetSuite is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own assigned month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
Reconcile revenue and related unbilled and deferred revenue balances at month-end to the general ledger and supporting schedules; investigate discrepancies and prepare required adjusting entries.
Ensure revenue recognition complies with ASC 606 and company accounting policies, including review of customer contracts, performance obligations, and recognition timing; document conclusions and escalate complex matters to the Divisional Controller.
Prepare and analyze general ledger reconciliations, reconcile balances to corresponding subledgers, and independently investigate and resolve reconciling items.
Prepare audit-ready workpapers and supporting documentation; coordinate auditor requests and resolve follow-up questions in partnership with the Divisional Controller.
Prepare management reports and analyze account activity and period-over-period variances, clearly communicating findings and recommended actions.
Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.
Partner with the Divisional Controller and finance team on special initiatives and accounting issues, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
Referral Program
Per Diem & Paid Travel
Employee Discount Hub