We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in Kennesaw, Georgia. In this role, you will contribute to strategic decision-making by providing accurate financial insights and performing detailed analyses. Ideal candidates have a strong background in financial modeling and variance analysis, and are adept at delivering actionable recommendations based on complex data.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support business objectives and strategic decisions.<br>• Develop and refine financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and other key performance metrics.<br>• Perform variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Execute ad hoc financial analyses to address urgent business needs and provide actionable insights.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to gather and interpret large datasets for meaningful reporting.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial policies and standards during all analyses and reporting.<br>• Monitor industry trends and benchmarks to inform financial strategies.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvement within financial operations.
<p><strong>FP& A ANALYST/MANAGER - Well-Established and Stable Manufacturer in Atlanta</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a skilled <strong>FP& A Analyst/Manager</strong> to serve as a strategic business partner and problem solver, supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic analysis to enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Consolidate and analyze financial data, including budgets and income statement forecasts.</li><li>Develop financial models and conduct benchmarking and process analytics.</li><li>Track financial performance by comparing actual results against forecasts.</li><li>Analyze and optimize financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare monthly reports featuring key metrics, financial results, and variance analysis.</li><li>Lead the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Collaborate with operations to review variances, understand cost drivers, and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in operational metrics and financial drivers to ensure accurate profitability analysis and informed tactical decisions.</li><li>Provide insightful analysis and actionable recommendations to leadership for strategic operational planning.</li><li>Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance financial operations.</li><li>Build strong partnerships with managers across departments to identify needs and deliver comprehensive business solutions.</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities and proactively recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Evaluate financial and operational KPIs to monitor business performance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>ACCOUNTING MANAGER - Acquisitions Oriented Manufacturer in Duluth, GA</strong></p><p>My client, a dynamic and acquisitions-oriented manufacturer in Duluth, GA, is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support ongoing financial process improvements. Reporting to the Controller, this role is responsible for managing core accounting functions, including accounts payable, cash management, inventory, general ledger, invoicing, collections, government reporting, and the preparation of monthly financial reports. The Accounting Manager will provide leadership, ensure the integrity of financial information, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, cash management, inventory, general ledger, invoicing, and collections.</li><li>Coordinate month-end close processes, including reviewing and posting key journal entries, accruals, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and internal controls.</li><li>Manage sales and use tax calculation and reporting.</li><li>Process accounts payable for local vendors and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Invoice orders, track backlog, and follow up on collections in collaboration with project and sales teams.</li><li>Support payroll and benefits accounting, ensuring accurate reflection of employee expenses.</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and driving results toward financial targets.</li><li>Lead and contribute to projects focused on process improvement, system enhancements, and financial reporting efficiency.</li><li>Provide deliverables for statutory and management reporting, annual audits, and ad hoc projects such as internal control reviews and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with various departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.</li></ul>
<p><strong>AUDIT MANAGER – Public Accounting</strong></p><p>Are you a seasoned audit professional looking to step into a leadership role? My client is an established CPA firm. They are seeking a talented <strong>Audit Manager </strong>to join their Audit & Assurance team. In this role, you’ll plan and manage financial statement engagements across a variety of industries, including construction, real estate, employee benefit plans, nonprofits, and closely held businesses.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Plan, manage, and perform financial statement audit engagements.</li><li>Gain a deep understanding of client operations, processes, and business goals to inform audit procedures.</li><li>Work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team.</li><li>Communicate effectively with engagement team members and maintain open dialogue.</li><li>Deliver exceptional service and foster positive client relationships.</li><li>Be available to travel to client locations within the Atlanta Metro area.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER - Well-Established Manufacturer in Duluth, GA</strong></p><p>My client, a well-established manufacturer in Duluth, is looking for a talented and experienced <strong>Accounts Payable Manager</strong> to join their finance team in Duluth, GA. In this role, you’ll lead their Accounts Payable function, overseeing the complete AP cycle, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring accuracy and compliance in all processes. This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll guide a great team, improve processes, and make a direct impact on the financial health of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full accounts payable cycle – invoice receipt, processing, verification, and reconciliation.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP specialists, fostering collaboration and high performance.</li><li>Ensure on-time and accurate vendor payments while maintaining strong vendor partnerships and optimizing cash flow.</li><li>Develop and maintain AP policies and procedures in line with GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Partner with purchasing, operations, and other teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate cost allocations.</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end AP close processes, including reconciliations and accruals.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and automation for greater efficiency.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor master data with proper controls.</li><li>Prepare AP-related reports, analyses, and reconciliations for leadership.</li><li>Support audits by providing required documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>TAX MANAGER (CPA) – Public Accounting Practice</strong></p><p><em>Recruiting on behalf of our client in the Atlanta Metro area</em></p><p>Are you an experienced tax professional ready to take on a leadership role? Our client, an established CPA firm, is seeking a <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to join their Tax Team. You’ll play a key role in guiding complex tax preparation and review engagements spanning high net worth individuals, partnerships, corporations, and estates/trusts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Independently review tax return engagements to ensure quality and compliance.</li><li>Mentor and support other members of the Tax Team.</li><li>Prepare and file complex tax returns for diverse clients.</li><li>Organize supporting work papers and maintain high standards in documentation.</li><li>Collaborate within the team and maintain open communication with leadership.</li><li>Build and maintain positive client relationships through exceptional service.</li><li>Conduct tax research and keep current with tax law updates.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Job Title: Data Scientist (with Data Engineering Expertise)</p><p>Location: Atlanta GA</p><p>Hybrid 3 days onsite</p><p><br></p><p>Overview</p><p>We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Data Scientist who also brings strong Data Engineering capabilities. This is a hybrid role with a primary focus on data science—developing advanced analytics and predictive solutions—while also requiring flexibility to support data engineering efforts and responsibilities when needed (you will be deeply analytical, technically proficient, and capable of leveraging tools like Databricks, SQL, ETL pipelines, PySpark, and Python as well).</p><p>In this position, you’ll have end-to-end ownership of identifying and understanding data-driven business opportunities and translating them into actionable, predictive, and scalable analytics solutions. You’ll take ownership of converting data into actionable insights that drive business value and support our customers' strategic goals.</p><p>You'll build data-driven applications that solve real-world business challenges and partner with both internal teams and customers to deliver high-impact outcomes. This is a strategic and hands-on role where curiosity, technical expertise, and a passion for creating value through data are essential. If you're passionate about solving complex business problems with data and enjoy working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this role is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Data Science</p><ul><li>Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to identify business opportunities and deliver predictive, actionable solutions</li><li>Develop data-driven applications that solve real-world customer problems</li><li>Stay current with trends in machine learning and AI, and apply best-in-class tools, libraries, and technologies</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert on generating insights from data and developing machine learning models</li><li>Design and build intuitive, interactive data visualizations to communicate findings</li><li>Lead pilot projects with customers, measure business value and impact</li><li>Transition successful pilots into production-ready commercial applications</li><li>Collaborate with platform architects to ensure designs align with security and architecture best practices</li><li>Review code and solutions before deployment to ensure quality and performance</li><li>Work with and oversee contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes</li></ul><p>Data Engineering</p><ul><li>Design and develop high-performance data ingestion pipelines using Azure Databricks and Azure Data Factory</li><li>Work with event-based streaming technologies to process real-time data</li><li>Architect and implement scalable Data Lakehouse solutions</li><li>Support development and delivery of related components such as APIs and search functionality</li><li>Evaluate and select tools based on technical performance and customer requirements</li><li>Operate within Agile and DevOps frameworks to deliver iteratively from proof-of-concept to production</li><li>Ensure all engineering solutions meet security and enterprise architecture standards</li><li>Perform thorough code reviews to maintain high-quality standards</li></ul>
