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Staff Accountant
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Robert Half
Chattanooga, TN (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a manufacturing environment in the Chattanooga area. This is a long term contract position focused on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with payables processing, and helping reduce outstanding transaction backlogs. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation while working effectively with plant-related accounting needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities for plant-related transactions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Review and complete three-way matching for invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation before payment approval.
- Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting activity and month-end close requirements.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial reporting.
- Help reduce outstanding accounting backlogs by prioritizing open items and resolving aged transactions efficiently.
- Partner with plant and finance teams to clarify invoice, coding, and payment issues affecting transaction flow.
- Support cross-training efforts within the accounting team to improve coverage and operational continuity.