Fast Partitions – Senior Staff Accountant
Foreword Companies•Gallatin, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for owning key areas of the general ledger and monthly close process to ensure timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting. This role partners closely with the Accounting Manager while operating with a high degree of independence across assigned financial areas. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience with month-end close, and the ability to identify and implement process improvements in a multi-entity environment.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
- Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, reconciliations, financial schedules)
- Experience working within an ERP or accounting system (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar)
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and accountability
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
- 4–6+ years of accounting experience required
- Experience with month-end close, general ledger ownership, and reconciliations required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
- Experience in multi-entity environments or public accounting preferred
Responsibilities
- Own assigned areas of the monthly close process, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines
- Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and limited review
- Maintain the general ledger for assigned accounts and ensure proper accounting treatment
- Own and prepare balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurate and fully supported
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies proactively, maintaining audit-ready documentation
- Support cash, accruals, and other key financial areas through consistent reconciliation and analysis
- Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and reporting packages
- Perform variance analysis and provide clear explanations for changes in financial performance
- Support internal management reporting and data accuracy
- Support intercompany accounting, allocations, and reconciliations across entities
- Partner with operations and accounting leadership to ensure accuracy of financial data
- Provide oversight and support to AP/AR processes as needed (not primary responsibility)
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for external audits and compliance requirements
- Assist with sales tax and other regulatory reporting as needed
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen controls
- Contribute to ongoing improvements in systems, workflows, and reporting accuracy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
