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5 results for Entry Level Accountant Financial Services in Chattanooga, TN

Sr. Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Senior Accountant (Divisional Level) — Multi-Site Manufacturing | Join a Fast-Growing Team</strong></p><p>Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level and leave the ordinary behind? Our client—a powerhouse in the manufacturing space—is seeking a game-changing Senior Accountant to champion financial excellence across SEVEN high-output production sites.</p><p><strong>What’s in It for You?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impact &amp; Influence:</strong> Play a mission-critical role, reporting to the Divisional Controller and partnering with dynamic teams across multiple manufacturing sites.</li><li><strong>Challenge &amp; Growth:</strong> No day is the same. Tackle high-stakes month-end closes, orchestrate multi-site fixed asset management, and master the intricacies of intercompany transactions—your skills will never stagnate.</li><li><strong>Visibility:</strong> Be the financial linchpin who provides real-time insights and partners closely with operations leaders and site-level accounting teams. Your work will have C-suite visibility.</li><li><strong>Career Acceleration:</strong> Thrive in a high-performance, collaborative environment where innovation and process improvements earn you recognition.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Tackle:</strong></p><ul><li>Take charge of month-end close across all divisional locations—owning accuracy, timeliness, and transparency.</li><li>Command fixed asset accounting: additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations without missing a beat.</li><li>Reconcile intercompany transactions and drive resolution with site-based teams—be a detective and a diplomat.</li><li>Safeguard compliance with robust internal controls and ever-changing regulations.</li><li>Analyze critical balance sheet and income statement accounts—provide insights that drive profitability.</li><li>Pioneer process improvements and automation to keep the division ahead of the curve.</li><li>Liaise between divisional and site teams—setting the standard for best-in-class accounting.</li><li>Prep audit schedules/documents and answer tough questions from internal/external auditors.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to ignite your career in a business that rewards results and values your ambition?</strong></p><p>Apply now or connect with us for a confidential conversation about this transformational Senior Accountant opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Ooltewah, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a manufacturing organization in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area. This role is ideal for someone who can move comfortably between core accounting activities, project-based cost tracking, and financial reporting while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced setting. The position calls for someone who is detail oriented, can adapt quickly, manage competing priorities, and work effectively with leadership to gather the information needed for sound financial results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, reviewing the general ledger, and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain account reconciliations and bank reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues to support reliable financial records.</p><p>• Produce monthly financial statements and related reporting, translating accounting data into clear and timely information for management review.</p><p>• Track construction-related job costs and manage work-in-process accounting to support accurate project financial visibility.</p><p>• Step into a broad range of accounting tasks as priorities shift, responding effectively to interruptions while keeping deadlines on track.</p><p>• Partner with business owners and internal stakeholders to obtain missing details, clarify financial questions, and support informed decision-making with professionalism and tact.</p><p>• Assist with year-end accounting activities and provide continuity in responsibilities during a transitional coverage period.</p><p>• Learn existing processes and systems quickly, including ERP tools such as Great Plains or Microsoft Dynamics, to maintain efficient day-to-day accounting operations.</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Bridgeport, AL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join a growing engineering and construction-focused organization in Bridgeport, Alabama. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can oversee project financial activity, support accurate reporting, and partner closely with operations teams in a fast-moving environment. The role combines hands-on project accounting responsibilities with month-end support, cost analysis, and billing oversight. Candidates who understand construction-related accounting practices and enjoy working with detailed financial records will be well suited for this position.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial tracking for assigned projects, ensuring costs are recorded accurately and aligned with approved budgets and contract terms.<br>• Review invoices, classify project expenses, and post transactions to the appropriate accounts while maintaining compliance with internal accounting standards.<br>• Prepare customer billing packages, including progress invoices, change-related adjustments, retainage activity, and supporting schedules.<br>• Compare actual project spending against budgets, commitments, and forecasts to identify variances and highlight potential financial concerns.<br>• Contribute to work-in-progress reporting by compiling project data and assisting with the review of revenue and cost status.<br>• Verify subcontractor documentation such as insurance records, lien waivers, and contractual requirements before payment processing.<br>• Partner with project managers to investigate billing discrepancies, resolve cost issues, and keep project financial information current.<br>• Maintain organized records for change orders, project documentation, and audit support materials to strengthen reporting accuracy and compliance.<br>• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including reconciliations, journal entry support, and account analysis.
  • 2026-05-04T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to fill a long-term contract position at a growing Construction company. 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. This Chattanooga, Tennessee based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It&#39;s a thriving environment where effort is rewarded. </p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities </p><p>- Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP </p><p>- Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments </p><p>- Assist in monthly financial close workbook preparation, including annual closing process </p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting </p><p>- Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner </p><p>- Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision </p><p>- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed </p><p>- Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll </p>
  • 2026-05-04T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30.4 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for an immediate position in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage core financial tasks, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong knowledge of general ledger activity, tax-related accounting, and routine month-end responsibilities. Previous multi-entity and intercompany transactions required. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are properly documented and posted.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate accounting records.</p><p>• Support corporate tax activities, including assisting with tax filings and related documentation.</p><p>• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, preparing reports, and helping ensure compliance with applicable requirements.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of corporate tax return information by organizing financial data and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Participate in month-end and period-end close activities to help deliver complete and timely financial results.</p><p>• Review accounting data for accuracy and completeness while identifying areas that require correction or follow-up.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are available IMMEDIATELY for your next opportunity, we want to talk to you! Please complete an application and call (423) 237-7921 for more information. </p>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z