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Senior Accountant

United States, Jackson · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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Our client in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Senior Accountant to oversee general ledger accounting and core financial operations across multiple business locations. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance & Accounting, this role is instrumental in ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and accounting process improvements that support strategic business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting detail oriented who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning the details while contributing to operational improvements and system enhancements.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage and maintain the general ledger across multiple operating locations, including journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and period-end adjustments
  • Lead the monthly close process and prepare accurate financial statements in a timely manner
  • Analyze financial variances, investigate discrepancies, and ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and properly supported
  • Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records while supporting compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including coding, approvals, aging analysis, collections, and issue resolution
  • Partner with operations and internal teams to resolve vendor and customer account discrepancies efficiently
  • Reconcile sales and point-of-sale activity to the general ledger by location and promptly investigate variances
  • Assist with payroll accounting and commissioned compensation calculations
  • Reconcile payroll-related accounts and maintain supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
  • Perform bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations
  • Research and resolve reconciling items while escalating significant discrepancies when needed
  • Play a key role in the company’s ERP implementation including: Requirements gathering, Chart of accounts and financial reporting design, Data mapping and cleansing, User acceptance testing (UAT), Go-live readiness and post-launch support
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, streamline reporting, and maximize system efficiencies
  • Assist with audit preparation and year-end accounting support through accurate documentation and strong financial controls

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • 3–5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience required
  • multi-location retail or service industry experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting principles
  • Experience supporting payroll accounting and/or commissioned compensation structures is a plus
  • ERP implementation experience or systems transition exposure is highly preferred
  • CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification is a plus

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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