Senior Accountant (Columbia)
Cherry Bekaert, Columbia, SC, United States
Senior Accountant
*5 days/week in office is required
The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company’s general ledger and supporting the close process. This role will perform balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities in NetSuite
Prepare and review general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variances
Record and manage journal entries and accruals in accordance with GAAP
Complete bank and credit card reconciliations
Assist with ad hoc financial reporting and analysis requests
Maintain accurate documentation to support audits and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including FP&A and external auditors
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2–5 years of general ledger or corporate accounting experience
Hands‑on experience with NetSuite preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting close processes
Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Public accounting or multi‑entity environment experience
Prior involvement in audits or SOX‑controlled environments
CPA or CPA‑eligible a plus
*5 days/week in office is required
The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company’s general ledger and supporting the close process. This role will perform balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities in NetSuite
Prepare and review general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variances
Record and manage journal entries and accruals in accordance with GAAP
Complete bank and credit card reconciliations
Assist with ad hoc financial reporting and analysis requests
Maintain accurate documentation to support audits and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including FP&A and external auditors
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2–5 years of general ledger or corporate accounting experience
Hands‑on experience with NetSuite preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting close processes
Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Public accounting or multi‑entity environment experience
Prior involvement in audits or SOX‑controlled environments
CPA or CPA‑eligible a plus