Sr. Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting & Controls

Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is actively seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join their team in Georgia. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in financial reporting, compliance, and process enhancement within a dynamic retail environment. This position is ideal for an individual who thrives in collaborative settings, enjoys tackling operational challenges, and possesses a strong foundation in accounting standards and internal controls. Candidates open to relocation to Savannah, GA will also be considered; relocation assistance is offered.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles through preparation of journal entries, schedules, and account analyses.
• Perform detailed reconciliations across balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and ensuring timely resolution.
• Assist with preparation of internal financial reporting and contribute to external reporting requirements, including exposure to SEC-related filings.
• Execute SOX compliance procedures, including control testing and risk assessment activities, ensuring adherence to internal governance standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with remediation efforts.
• Apply technical accounting guidance (e.g., revenue recognition, income taxes, leasing) and support interpretation and implementation as needed.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve workflows, identify inefficiencies, and help implement scalable accounting processes.
• Serve as a contributing resource within a designated technical accounting area, supporting ongoing analysis, documentation, and compliance efforts (lease accounting experience is strongly preferred).
• Assist with ongoing enhancements tied to accounting systems and reporting tools, particularly within retail-focused ERP environments.
• Take ownership of smaller-scale initiatives aimed at improving accuracy, efficiency, or transparency within accounting operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance required.
• Approximately 3+ years of relevant experience, including exposure to general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Background in public accounting (especially with SEC clients) or a blend of public and industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Foundational understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks, with hands-on execution experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including familiarity with areas such as revenue recognition (ASC 606), income taxes (ASC 740), and lease accounting (ASC 842 preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and improve accounting processes; comfortable working in environments with evolving procedures.
• Experience supporting—not necessarily owning—components of the close and reporting cycle.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and reporting tools; experience with retail ERP platforms (e.g., legacy AS400-based or similar environments) is a plus.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels of the organization.
• Curious, self-motivated, and engaged—someone who asks questions, seeks to understand, and contributes ideas.

Preferred Credentials

• CPA designation (or progress toward certification).
• Experience within retail, publicly traded organizations, or environments with complex reporting requirements.