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Senior Accountant

RemX | The Workforce Experts, Knoxville, TN, United States


A privately held

investment office

is seeking an experienced

Senior

Accountant

to join its in-house accounting team. This role offers the opportunity to

work closely with senior stakeholders

in a

fast-paced, high-trust

environment where accuracy, discretion, and responsiveness are critical.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a dynamic setting, and takes pride in delivering exceptional, high-touch service while maintaining strong accounting controls.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate accounting records for assigned entities and clients

Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation

Perform account reconciliations, variance analysis, and data integrity checks

Assist with monthly and quarterly financial statement reviews

Partner with internal accounting team to standardize workflows, journal entries, and workpapers

Coordinate with third-party investment managers to obtain detailed transaction support

Support internal and external audit activities as needed

Tax, Treasury & Debt Management

Compile financial data to support tax filings and work with external tax advisors

Maintain debt schedules, tracking principal, interest, and payment timelines

Monitor and process debt payments

Support treasury and cash management activities, including bank reporting and documentation

What Success Looks Like in This Role

High attention to detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately

Proactive communication and ownership of deliverables

Strong judgment when following checklists while adapting to evolving priorities

Clear written communication and strong documentation discipline

Comfort operating with urgency in a high‑expectations environment

Commitment to confidentiality, controls, and audit readiness

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

4+ years MINIMUM of relevant experience (accounting, finance, investments, or family office)

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; curiosity around AI-enabled workflow improvements preferred

Experience with QuickBooks Online is a plus

Exposure to trusts and estate structures is a plus

Proven track record of excellent internal or client service

High regard for confidentiality is essential

Schedule:

Monday–Friday,

onsite

Location:

Downtown Knoxville, TN

Reports to senior finance leadership

Competitive salary & top benefits.

Excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys working in a highly collaborative, high-impact office. Looking for candidates who are curious & always learning.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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