Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a service-based organization in Charleston, South Carolina in a contract-to-permanent role. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys managing day-to-day financial operations while producing accurate reporting and supporting business decisions. The role offers a fast-moving environment where strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and clear communication are essential to success.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate income statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports to support monthly and ongoing business review.
• Manage core accounting activities across the general ledger, including journal entries, account analysis, and subsidiary ledger oversight.
• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections efforts to help maintain healthy cash flow and timely customer payments.
• Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and ensure vendors are paid accurately and on schedule.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card activity, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.
• Administer payroll-related accounting tasks and support compliance with federal, state, and local tax withholdings and employment tax obligations.
• Contribute to budgeting activities, job cost tracking, and cost analysis to improve financial visibility and operational planning.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures, and work closely with leadership and external stakeholders to provide clear financial information and support.
• Use QuickBooks Online, Excel, and related financial systems to manage daily accounting functions and improve reporting accuracy.