Senior Accountant Public Company Environment

Senior Accountant – Public Company Environment

To Apply Now – email your resume to [email protected]

Who: Experienced accounting professional with 5–7+ years in general ledger and accounts payable; CPA or CPA-track preferred.

What: Maintain and reconcile GL accounts, support AP functions, manage month-end close, prepare financial statements, SOX compliance, audit support, and process improvements.

When: Full-Time, Onsite/Hybrid depending on company policy.

Where: Atlanta, GA (specific office location as required).

Why: Contribute to accurate public company financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and gain exposure to SOX compliance and audit processes.

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience.

Role Overview

The Senior Accountant supports core accounting operations for a public company, focusing on GL, AP, SOX compliance, and internal controls. This role provides audit readiness, month-end reporting, and opportunities for professional growth into accounting management.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile General Ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and month-end adjustments per US GAAP

• Support month-end and year-end close processes

• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances

• Manage AP processes including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor reconciliations

• Ensure AP transactions comply with internal controls and approvals

• Assist with financial statement preparation and management reporting

• Support quarterly and annual audits, including schedules and documentation

• Maintain internal controls in compliance with SOX and participate in testing

• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements

• Support accounting projects, system implementations, and process enhancements

• Build knowledge of public company accounting policies and reporting requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and public company accounting requirements

• Hands-on experience with GL and AP functions

• SOX compliance and internal control experience

• Experience interacting with auditors in a public company setting

• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, AS400, Infor, or similar)

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)

• Analytical, organized, and detail-oriented

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CPA-track preferred

• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience in public company or relevant industry

Travel / Work Environment

• Travel typically <10%

• Standard office environment; no special physical demands

To Apply Now – email your resume to [email protected]

Senior Accountant role in Atlanta, GA supporting GL, AP, SOX compliance, public company reporting, audits, and internal controls.