Senior Accountant

TriEst Ag Group•Greenville, NC

About The Position

Senior Accountant – Grow Your Career! If you’re passionate about numbers and want to make an impact with a company rooted in agriculture, this is your opportunity! We’re seeking a Senior Accountant to join our organization. Job Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing advanced accounting activities that support accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective operational decision-making. This role manages key components of the general ledger, oversees month-end and year-end close processes, prepares financial statements, and ensures compliance with GAAP and company policies. The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory and cost accounting records, analyzing cost of goods and margin trends, and supporting the integrity of financial data across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
5+ years of experience in accounting.
Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with vendors, employees, and senior management.
Ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality and discretion.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial data and variances, providing explanations and recommendations.
Help m anage daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
Lead or support implementation of new accounting systems or modules
Maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
Assist with month and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting.
Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities, as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory records, including reconciliation of physical counts to the general ledger.
Monitor inventory adjustments, transfers, and costing impacts to ensure proper valuation.
Analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), production costs, and margin trends.
Support standard cost updates, cost allocations, and variance analysis (price, usage, yield).
Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to understand inventory movements and cost drivers.
Maintain fixed asset subledgers, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure tracking.