Staff Accountant

Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a local manufacturing company. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, preparing financial reports, maintaining accurate financial data, assisting with payroll, and handling light office management duties. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting theory, debits/credits, and GAAP, along with prior manufacturing experience. Strong ERP and Microsoft Excel proficiency also needed. •This is an in-office position in Chattanooga, Tennessee• Responsibilities + Prepare financial reports and support financial evaluations + Ensure accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity + Manage detailed debit and credit postings, and other entries in compliance with GAAP + Support payroll processing with a high level of confidentiality + Assist with accounting software interfaces and process improvements + Research and resolve accounting issues independently + Support month-end and year-end close + Handle light office management tasks, including supplies and vendor coordination Please complete an application and call (423) 237-7921 for immediate consideration! Requirements + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred + Strong understanding of accounting theory and GAAP + Manufacturing accounting experience preferred + Payroll experience required + High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy + Ability to maintain strict confidentiality + Resourceful, proactive, and comfortable working in a small team environment + Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency + Previous hands-on accounting ERP system experience, such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, etc. •All candidates must undergo drug and background screening for consideration Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .