Senior Accountant at NorthPoint Search Group – Atlanta, Georgia

Senior Accountant

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Who:
A growing organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting and support accounting operations.

What:
Manage general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries, assist with financial statements, and support month-end and year-end close activities.

Where:
Sandy Springs, GA – onsite Monday through Thursday, with work-from-home flexibility on Fridays.

When:
Hiring immediately to support accounting and finance operations.

Why:
This role provides critical support for maintaining financial integrity, improving accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Job Summary:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and process improvement. This position collaborates with staff accountants, leadership, and auditors to maintain financial accuracy and compliance, while continuously improving accounting workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries in compliance with GAAP

• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts monthly

• Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by staff or automated processes

• Build and document scalable accounting processes and workflows

• Assist in preparing financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow)

• Conduct variance analysis for budgets versus actuals

• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities

• Analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions

• Assist with audits and provide documentation as needed

• Participate in cross-training to support general accounting functions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CPA track preferred)

• 3–5 years of accounting experience in a similar role

• Experience with process creation, documentation, and improvement preferred

• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, INDEX, SUMIF, IF statements, pivot tables)

• ERP system experience (NetSuite preferred) with ability to adapt to new systems

Benefits:

• Onsite work with work-from-home flexibility on Fridays

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with employer contributions

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

• Paid time off including sick days and holidays

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Senior Accountant in Sandy Springs, GA managing journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, variance analysis, and accounting process improvements.