Accountant

We are looking for an Accountant to support core accounting operations for manufacturing facilities in Shelby, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and strengthening control-focused accounting processes across general ledger, inventory, and fixed assets. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting, along with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Drive monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries and analyzing financial results.
• Perform detailed reconciliations and variance reviews to confirm transactions are recorded accurately within the general ledger and related subledgers.
• Partner with internal and external auditors by supplying documentation, answering inquiries, and supporting audit readiness throughout reporting cycles.
• Oversee master data updates for accounting-related records, including general ledger structures and supplier information, while ensuring compliance with established controls and procedures.
• Compile and deliver financial data needed for tax filings, statutory schedules, and other internal or external reporting requirements.
• Manage fixed asset accounting for both book and tax purposes, including asset additions, transfers, capitalization, disposals, and depreciation.
• Support inventory control activities by participating in physical counts, validating fixed asset records, and posting adjustments related to raw materials and asset balances.
• Maintain reliable accounting records and contribute to process improvement initiatives, special assignments, and other operational accounting projects as needed.