We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources activities for an organization based in Tennessee. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing recruiting, employee support, compliance, and training administration in a dynamic environment. The role works closely with leaders and employees to strengthen workplace practices, maintain accurate HR processes, and contribute to a positive employee experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead recruitment activities for assigned openings by preparing postings, reviewing applicants, coordinating interviews, and maintaining clear communication throughout the selection process.<br>• Update and organize job documentation to keep position details accurate, current, and aligned with business and compliance needs.<br>• Prepare employment paperwork, assist with contract renewal administration, and ensure timely distribution and tracking of HR documents.<br>• Coordinate offboarding activities, including separation paperwork, internal communication, and completion of required exit processes.<br>• Manage unemployment claim responses and related records while meeting state deadlines and documentation standards.<br>• Maintain confidential employee files and HR data with careful attention to accuracy, privacy, and regulatory compliance.<br>• Administer learning management activities in Paycom, including training assignments, completion tracking, and record maintenance.<br>• Partner with department leaders to identify development needs and support training initiatives that encourage employee growth.<br>• Assist with HR policy and procedure updates and contribute to engagement initiatives that enhance culture and organizational effectiveness.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to managers and employees on standard HR practices, policies, and employee relations matters.
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>Position: Senior Accountant</p><p>Work Type: Hybrid work capacity</p><p>Industry: Healthcare </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lead the Close. Coach the Team. Own the Client Relationship.</strong></p><p>If you’re an accounting pro who can balance debits, deadlines, personalities, and client expectations without breaking a sweat, this role has your name on it.</p><p>We’re looking for a <strong>hands-on accounting leader</strong> who knows how to keep the books clean, the team sharp, and the client confident. In this role, you’ll partner closely with staff accountants on monthly responsibilities, oversee financial activity for multiple clients, and jump in wherever needed to keep operations running smoothly. This isn’t a sit-back-and-supervise kind of job. You’ll be in the weeds when needed, leading from the front, solving problems in real time, and making sure every deadline, deliverable, and financial detail lands exactly where it should.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Be Doing</p><ul><li>Partner with and mentor staff accountants through monthly tasks and ongoing responsibilities</li><li>Train team members, answer accounting questions, and help troubleshoot issues before they become problems</li><li>Help manage team operations, including PTO discussions, HR concerns, annual reviews, and policy updates</li><li>Maintain accurate, up-to-date monthly books for clients and ensure all financial deadlines are met</li><li>Analyze monthly P& Ls and prepare financial notes that clearly explain trends and fluctuations to clients</li><li>Own monthly projects and checklists to keep the close process tight and on track</li><li>Serve as a key point of communication between clients, management, and internal teams</li><li>Proactively flag concerns, barriers, and financial changes so no one is caught off guard</li><li>Prepare timely, accurate reporting for both management and clients</li><li>Partner with clients to build annual budgets for revenue, expenses, and staffing</li><li>Support audits, reviews, tax file prep, bank reporting, covenants, new facility setup, and ad hoc reporting</li><li>Lead client calls to review monthly financials and address questions, concerns, and business changes</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why This Role Stands Out</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who wants more than just month-end close work. You’ll have visibility, client interaction, leadership responsibility, and the chance to influence process improvements across the organization. If you like variety, accountability, and being the person people rely on to keep things moving, you’ll thrive here.</p><p><strong>Ready to lead, coach, problem-solve, and keep the numbers airtight? Apply now.</strong></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking experienced <strong>Senior Accountants</strong> for contract opportunities with growing companies in the Chattanooga area. These roles are ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting</li><li>Prepare financial statements, consolidated P& L and balance sheet flux analysis</li><li>Analyze financial results, cash flow, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate policies</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li><li>Improve accounting and reporting processes through automation</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams and assist with special projects</li></ul><p>Please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information!</p>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Corporate Controller</strong></p><p>Our client, a <strong>growing multi-location manufacturing and distribution organization</strong>, is seeking a <strong>Corporate Controller</strong> to join its leadership team during an exciting period of <strong>transformation and growth</strong>.</p><p>This is a standout opportunity for an accomplished accounting leader who wants to make a real impact. The company is building for the future, investing in its finance infrastructure, and preparing for its next stage of growth. This role offers significant visibility, close partnership with executive leadership, and the opportunity to be <strong>groomed for a future CFO seat</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>The Corporate Controller will lead accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic decision-making across a complex operating environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, treasury, tax, and general ledger</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Maintain accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Review reconciliations, financial analyses, and budget-to-actual reporting</li><li>Lead external audit activities, including annual financial audits</li><li>Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability</li></ul><p><strong>Internal Controls & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance practices</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies</li><li>Monitor financial risk and recommend mitigation strategies</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Team Development</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team</li><li>Establish performance expectations and accountability</li><li>Foster a collaborative, high-performance finance culture</li><li>Help build the capabilities needed to support continued growth</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Business Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the CFO and executive team on strategic planning initiatives</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning</li><li>Provide financial analysis to support operational and investment decisions</li><li>Assist with acquisitions, integrations, capital projects, and other special initiatives</li><li>Present financial results and key trends to senior leadership</li></ul><p>This is a tremendous opportunity. Please apply today or reach out to discuss further.</p>
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support day-to-day people operations for our team in Sparta, Tennessee. This position plays a key role in hiring support, onboarding coordination, employee assistance, benefits administration, and maintaining organized HR records. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism while contributing to efficient HR processes across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage recruiting coordination by posting openings, reviewing incoming applications, arranging interviews, and completing reference checks.<br>• Lead onboarding activities for new employees, including orientation scheduling and collection of required employment documents.<br>• Maintain accurate, confidential personnel records and update HR information systems in a timely manner.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries related to policies, benefits, attendance, and payroll processes, escalating issues when needed.<br>• Support benefits administration by processing enrollments, status changes, terminations, and open enrollment communications.<br>• Review timekeeping records, assist with payroll preparation, and verify the accuracy of employee pay-related updates.<br>• Track leave administration, workers’ compensation matters, and other compliance-related HR activities to support regulatory adherence.<br>• Prepare reports and documentation for internal reviews and compliance audits while helping keep HR practices audit-ready.<br>• Coordinate training logistics, maintain learning records, and assist with engagement initiatives, policy updates, and general HR communications.<br>• Provide administrative support to HR and, as needed, assist the Commercial and Finance teams with clerical tasks.
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>Controller</p><p>We’re looking for a <strong>sharp, hands-on Controller</strong> to own the financial heartbeat of a growing business operating at the intersection of <strong>manufacturing and custom construction</strong>.</p><p>This is not a back-office accounting role. We need a leader who can drive <strong>budgets, control costs, tighten contract administration, and bring financial discipline to complex projects and operations</strong>. You’ll partner closely with leadership to protect margins, strengthen controls, and ensure every project is structured for financial success from contract through closeout.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Own</strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and cost control</strong> across projects and operations</li><li>Oversee <strong>job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and progress billing</strong></li><li>Manage <strong>contract terms, billing schedules, change orders, and financial administration</strong></li><li>Review project profitability, cost overruns, and margin performance</li><li>Strengthen internal controls across accounting, inventory, and operations</li><li>Drive cash flow visibility, reporting accuracy, and compliance</li><li>Partner with operations and leadership to turn financial insight into action</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Controller experience in <strong>construction, manufacturing, modular, or project-based environments</strong></li><li>Deep knowledge of <strong>job costing, budgeting, contract accounting, and financial reporting</strong></li><li>Ability to spot risk early, challenge assumptions, and keep projects financially on track</li><li>Hands-on, accountable, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving growth environment</li></ul><p>If you know how to <strong>own the numbers, protect the margin, and bring order to complexity</strong>, we’d like to connect.</p>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Senior Accountant – GL</strong></p><p><strong>Ready to level up your accounting career?</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant – General Ledger</strong> who’s ready to do more than just close the books. If you’re someone who enjoys owning key accounting processes, digging into the details, improving workflows, and building toward future leadership, this could be a standout next step. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who wants visibility, meaningful responsibility, and a clear path for growth. In this role, you’ll be a key player in the month-end close process, own important banking and reconciliation activities, and work closely with leadership with the potential to grow into a <strong>supervisory role</strong> over time.</p><p>Why this role stands out</p><ul><li>High-impact role with real ownership</li><li>Exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams</li><li>Opportunity to help improve processes, not just follow them</li><li>Clear growth path into future people leadership</li><li>Great fit for someone ready to move from strong contributor to standout accounting professional</li></ul><p>What you’ll be doing</p><ul><li>Prepare and enter journal entries during month-end close</li><li>Ensure transactions are coded accurately in the general ledger</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and support<strong> close</strong></li><li>Manage daily bank reconciliations and postings</li><li>Release vendor payments on a daily basis</li><li>Own month-end banking reconciliations and related processes</li><li>Partner with internal teams to gather and interpret financial data</li><li>Support annual audit requests and work with external auditors</li><li>Help maintain accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Identify ways to streamline and improve accounting processes</li><li>Support internal controls across GL and bank reconciliation functions</li><li>Assist with training new team members and identifying team development opportunities</li></ul><p>What they’re looking for</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting</li><li>3+ years of accounting experience</li><li>Strong general ledger and month-end close experience</li><li>Experience with bank reconciliations and banking transactions</li><li>Experience with complex accruals</li><li>Experience with corporate credit card policy compliance</li><li>Strong Excel and ERP experience</li><li>Strong communication, organization, and time management skills</li><li>MBA or MACC is a plus</li></ul><p>Who this role is perfect for</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for someone who has built a solid accounting foundation and is now looking for a role with <strong>more ownership, more visibility, and more opportunity to grow</strong>. If you’re motivated, detail-oriented, and excited by the idea of becoming a future team lead, we’d love to connect.</p><p><strong>Interested? Apply today or message me directly to learn more.</strong></p>
<p>Our team is seeking experienced Bookkeepers for ongoing onsite opportunities in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will bring strong bookkeeping experience, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage accounting transactions activity across multiple entities. This role is well suited for professionals who are detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable handling payroll and day-to-day accounting operations independently. *These positions are located in the Chattanooga and North Georgia areas*</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records for multiple entities</li><li>Process payroll and support related reporting and compliance activities</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and reports</li><li>Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Process payroll for hourly and salary employees, including quarterly reporting (941s and 942s)</li><li>Utilize Microsoft Excel for reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations</li></ul><p>Please call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY!</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking experienced Staff Accountants to fill long-term contract positions at growing companies in the Chattanooga area!</p><p> </p><p>As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. You will participate in compliance including quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. Daily transaction processing also needed. Intercompany transactions with multi-ledger entities also helpful. Hands-on experience with ERP and accounting systems needed. Industry experience in manufacturing, service and healthcare a benefit but not required!</p><p> </p><p>These accounting projects offer opportunities to gain exposure and experience, and make an impact with companies who need your talents and expertise! Apply today and call (423)237-7921 for more information!</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join an accounting-focused team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position supports accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population and plays an important role in payroll reporting, tax documentation, and issue resolution. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with payroll data, communicates clearly, and is eager to build additional knowledge in tax-related processes. <em>This is an in-office role in Chattanooga, Tennessee</em></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of approximately 350 employees while maintaining accuracy and compliance with established deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports and review payroll-related records to ensure figures are complete, organized, and ready for internal or regulatory use.</p><p>• Support the completion and submission of quarterly payroll tax documentation, including Forms 941 and 942, with careful attention to detail.</p><p>• Administer wage garnishments and other payroll deductions, ensuring updates are entered correctly and handled in accordance with applicable requirements.</p><p>• Research payroll discrepancies, respond to follow-up requests, and assist with resolving employee or management questions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Maintain payroll information within QuickBooks and use Excel to track data, reconcile details, and produce reporting as needed.</p><p>• Assist with additional payroll tax tasks and related administrative duties while learning new procedures and contributing to daily workflow demands.</p><p><br></p><p>Please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726!</p>
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support employee benefits administration for a nonprofit organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is organized, service-focused, and comfortable managing benefit activity with a high level of accuracy. The person in this role will help employees understand their options, ensure benefit records remain current, and contribute to a smooth enrollment experience throughout the year.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day administration of employee benefit offerings, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary plans.<br>• Manage benefit enrollment activity for new employees, employee status updates, qualifying life events, and offboarding changes while maintaining accurate records.<br>• Lead annual open enrollment support by preparing communications, assisting with employee education, and updating benefit elections in applicable systems.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions related to coverage, eligibility, plan options, provider access, and claims concerns.<br>• Coordinate with insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators to resolve benefit issues and support timely transaction processing.<br>• Prepare and distribute benefit-related materials, conduct orientation sessions for new employees, and explain important deadlines and program details.<br>• Maintain organized documentation and audit benefit data regularly to verify accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.<br>• Support compliance efforts by assisting with reporting, audits, and documentation required under applicable federal and state regulations.<br>• Generate reports, review system data for integrity, and help troubleshoot benefits administration issues as needed.
<p>Logistics Coordinator / Customer Account Support</p><p>Chattanooga, TN | 100% Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | 2 Positions Available | Contract-to-Hire Potential</p><p><br></p><p>We’re hiring! Our client, a well-established local distribution organization in Chattanooga, currently has two openings for motivated and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator / Account Support professionals.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a contract-to-hire opportunity, with the potential to become permanent based on performance. If you’re a customer-focused professional who enjoys staying organized, solving problems, and keeping things moving, this could be a great opportunity to join a strong team and build a long-term career.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll play an important role in supporting customers and ensuring orders, shipments, billing, and account needs are handled accurately and efficiently.</p><ul><li>Review customer orders for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies</li><li>Accurately enter orders and transactions into customer systems</li><li>Monitor and manage a shared group mailbox, responding to questions and resolving issues</li><li>Communicate directly with customers to provide timely solutions and exceptional service</li><li>Coordinate ground transportation and shipping to meet customer requirements</li><li>Process billing, pricing adjustments, and purchase orders</li><li>Coordinate returns and ensure proper documentation and resolution</li><li>Partner with internal teams to keep orders and customer needs moving smoothly</li><li>Assist with data entry, filing, documentation, and other administrative support as needed</li></ul><p>What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out</p><p>✔ 2 positions currently available</p><p>✔ Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule</p><p>✔ 100% onsite in Chattanooga</p><p>✔ Opportunity to build experience in customer service, logistics, and account support</p><p>✔ Join a team where accuracy, communication, and customer service are valued</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is:</p><ul><li>Customer-focused and professional</li><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented</li><li>Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines</li><li>A strong communicator who enjoys helping customers</li><li>Confident using computers and learning new systems</li><li>Experienced in customer service, order processing, logistics, account support, or a related administrative role</li></ul><p>Prior logistics or distribution experience is a plus, but candidates with strong customer service and administrative experience who are eager to learn are encouraged to apply.</p><p>Ready for Your Next Opportunity?</p><p>If you’re looking for a role where your customer service skills, attention to detail, and ability to keep things organized can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p>All applicants must be willing to complete a background screening and drug screening and provide positive professional references from previous employment.</p>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to guide the payables function for a healthcare organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This position is centered on leading daily operations, directing payment strategy, and maintaining strong control over cash disbursements across multiple accounts. The role is best suited for a finance specialist who can balance compliance, urgency, and operational needs in a regulated care environment while helping the team deliver accurate and timely results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the accounts payable team by setting expectations, coaching staff, and promoting consistent performance across day-to-day activities.</p><p>• Oversee payables operations for multiple accounts, ensuring invoices move efficiently through review, approval, and payment workflows.</p><p>• Manage short-term cash needs and disbursement timing so essential obligations are met without disrupting liquidity.</p><p>• Determine which payments require immediate attention, including items tied to licensing, insurance coverage, utilities, regulatory obligations, and other business-critical services.</p><p>• Review aging reports and scheduled payments to identify potential delays, funding concerns, or operational risks before they escalate.</p><p>• Work closely with finance, treasury, operations, and client-facing partners to align payment decisions with available cash and organizational priorities.</p><p>• Resolve escalated vendor issues, exception items, and urgent payment concerns with sound judgment and clear communication.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and refine procedures to improve visibility into liabilities, streamline turnaround times, and support audit readiness.</p>