Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing retail organization in Hillsborough, North Carolina. This role will play a central part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely reporting, and strengthening day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to improve processes while ensuring compliance and control.

Responsibilities:

• Drive core accounting activities tied to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close to ensure deadlines are met accurately.
• Record and maintain journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed asset depreciation, and other recurring accounting transactions.
• Analyze general ledger activity, research unusual balances, and resolve variances through detailed account review.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and internal management reports by compiling accurate supporting data.
• Assist with inventory accounting and participate in physical inventory processes to help validate asset accuracy.
• Oversee and support accounting processes related to accounts payable, corporate card activity, cash transactions, and banking functions.
• Prepare audit-ready schedules and supporting documentation for annual reviews, tax filings, and compliance-related reporting needs.
• Uphold organized accounting records and reinforce internal controls that support financial accuracy and accountability.
• Recommend and help implement improvements that streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance accounting efficiency.
• Provide functional support for SAP Business One and related financial systems used across the accounting team.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial statement support.
• Hands-on ability to prepare journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations with accuracy.
• Experience investigating account discrepancies and completing detailed bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with inventory-related accounting processes and associated recordkeeping.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, documentation standards, and compliance support requirements.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheets, including the ability to work within ERP platforms such as SAP Business One.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.