Sr. Accountant - Hybrid/Atlanta

SiteOne Landscape Supply•Roswell, GA

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position functions as a key member of the Corporate Accounting team and includes extensive involvement in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, financial reporting support, and internal controls. This individual will work closely with business partners across Accounting, Finance, Operations, and other corporate functions to resolve issues, improve processes, and support strategic initiatives. The Senior Accountant will gain exposure to a wide range of accounting activities within a publicly traded company, including financial reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, business process improvement, and acquisition integration activities. This role is ideal for a highly motivated accounting professional who is intellectually curious, embraces continuous improvement, leverages technology, and is looking to grow their career within a dynamic and expanding organization. This position offers significant exposure to public company accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, acquisition integration, and executive leadership. Successful candidates will have opportunities to expand responsibilities, develop professionally, and pursue career advancement within SiteOne's growing Finance and Accounting organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
3+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Experience with monthly close, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.
Understanding of internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance concepts.
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Experience with large ERP systems; Microsoft AX Dynamics (D365) preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound professional judgment.
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continuously learn, grow, and improve.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to understand both transactional activity and the broader business impact.
Demonstrated desire to learn, take on increasing responsibility, and build a long-term career within Accounting and Finance.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CPA candidate, or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred.
Experience in public accounting, a publicly traded company, or a large multi-location organization preferred.
Experience with Power BI, data analytics, or reporting automation tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables including journal entries, account reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, and financial reporting support in compliance with US GAAP.
Prepare timely, accurate, and well-supported account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts.
Research accounting transactions, determine the appropriate accounting treatment, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements when needed.
Analyze monthly operating results and investigate significant trends and variances to ensure accurate financial reporting and provide meaningful business insights, and opportunities requiring management attention.
Develop, document, implement, and maintain accounting processes, internal controls, and system procedures.
Research accounting guidance and document conclusions for complex or non-routine transactions.
Support interim and annual external audits, including preparation of schedules, analyses, and audit documentation.
Assist with maintaining and improving the Company's Sarbanes-Oxley compliance framework and internal control environment.
Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
Prepare summaries and analysis for Accounting and Finance leadership to support decision-making and financial reporting.
Support accounting and integration activities related to acquisitions, including process harmonization, control implementation, and reporting requirements.
Identify and lead process improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve scalability.
Utilize technology, automation, and data analytics tools to improve reporting processes and deliver meaningful business insights.
Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
Assist other team members with related responsibilities as needed.