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14 results for Accountant in Dalton, GA

Bookkeeper
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage large volumes of data efficiently while supporting essential accounting functions. *This is an on-office position in Chattanooga, Tennessee*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize Excel to organize and analyze data, including creating formulas to sort, calculate, and extract exceptions.</p><p>• Assist with intercompany transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.</p><p>• Support payroll processes, including tracking expense reports and documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Handle large volumes of data entry, ensuring detailed and precise information is captured for each transaction.</p><p>• Provide general bookkeeping support to alleviate workload for the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to identify and address discrepancies in financial data.</p><p>• Maintain organized and detailed records to support ongoing accounting operations.</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in accounts, and supporting the organization’s operational needs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong understanding of bookkeeping processes, in a multi-entity environment. **This position requires regular onsite availability in Chattanooga, Tennessee**</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the accounts payable process, including processing approximately 30 checks weekly and obtaining necessary approvals.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks by gathering checks, processing cash receipts, and making daily deposits.</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records in the customer database, ensuring all transactions are properly documented.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal business partners.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure all discrepancies are resolved promptly.</p><p>• Generate detailed financial reports to support organizational decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with managers to ensure invoices are pre-approved before processing.</p><p>• Utilize Sage Intacct for financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Adapt to fluctuating transaction volumes while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-04-09T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing accounting and reporting support to a busy and growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Sage software, advanced reporting capabilities, and proficiency in Excel. *This is an onsite position in Chattanooga*</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.</p><p>• Utilize Sage software to perform financial reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed reports using advanced Excel functions.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support audits and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry level accounting staff.</p><p>• Research and resolve any discrepancies in financial records.</p><p> </p><p>This is an immediate opportunity, so please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY!</p>
  • 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to fill a long-term contract position at a growing 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>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in managing financial records, preparing tax filings, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a wholesale distribution organization&#39;s financial operation. Any experience with Epicor would be a plus!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Manage and reconcile sales tax filings for multiple jurisdictions.</p><p>• Record and maintain journal entries to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring all transactions are properly documented and balanced.</p><p>• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and streamline accounting processes.</p><p>• Conduct periodic audits to verify the accuracy of financial data and adherence to company policies.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and accounting standards to ensure ongoing compliance.</p><p>• Provide support during financial reviews and external audits.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>If interested in this role please apply, then directly call (423)237-7921.</u></strong></p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to fill a long-term contract position at a growing 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>
  • 2026-03-13T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>Staff Accountant </p><p>Location: Chattanooga, TN-downtown</p><p>Are you ready to own your impact and see the results—without being a cog in a corporate machine? Our client is a nimble, fast-growing company where every team member matters, and they’re searching for a Staff Accountant—someone who’s passionate about details, invested in integrity, and eager for real career growth.</p><p>If you crave ownership, crave exposure, and want your voice heard, this is the place to build, flex, and expand your accounting career. You’ll partner directly with leadership, drive the 8-day close, and eventually step up into a lead role as the company continues to scale.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own coding accuracy and journal entries for a super-efficient month-end close (8 days—you’ll feel that win every cycle)</li><li>Master daily bank recs, post and release vendor payments, and lead all things banking at month end</li><li>Dig into the numbers: analyze, audit, and ensure every dollar is in its right place</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally—everyone knows your name here, and you’ll be integral to the team</li><li>Support annual audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and government regulations</li><li>Recommend ways to level up accounting processes and internal controls—your ideas are welcome</li><li>Step up: help train staff, ensure strong controls, and grow into a team lead role as we grow</li></ul><p><strong>The Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Real influence and career progression—including a path to become team lead as the company expands</li><li>Direct access to decision makers—no bureaucratic maze here</li><li>A fun, high-energy workplace that actually values your ideas</li></ul><p>If you’re ready to get noticed, grow fast, and help build the future of a high-potential company, we want to meet you.</p><p><strong>Ready to level up?</strong> Apply now and let’s talk about making your next career move unforgettable.</p><p>Based on general knowledge.</p>
  • 2026-03-24T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing accounting and reporting support to a busy and growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Sage software, advanced reporting capabilities, and proficiency in Excel. *This is an onsite position in Chattanooga*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.</p><p>• Utilize Sage software to perform financial reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed reports using advanced Excel functions.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support audits and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry level accounting staff.</p><p>• Research and resolve any discrepancies in financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an immediate opportunity, so please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY! </p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Accounting Clerk needed to join a thriving Chattanooga area company. This role is an onsite position with great growth potential! They are looking for a person general accounting experience that is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Does this sound like you? Apply today!</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Prepare and maintain financial records, invoices, and reports</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes</li><li>Enter data into accounting systems with high accuracy</li><li>Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems (digital and physical)</li><li>Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing issues</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Cost Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Cost Accountant – Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Energize Your Impact. Redefine What’s Possible.</strong></p><p>Our client, a distinguished leader in manufacturing, is seeking an accomplished Senior Cost Accountant to drive financial performance and operational precision. This is a unique opportunity to become an integral part of a high-impact team, where your analytical expertise will fuel strategic decision-making and continuous process innovation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><p>Here, you’ll find more than just a rewarding career—our client offers exceptional work/life balance, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. The position features a competitive salary, an outstanding bonus program, and comprehensive benefits. You’ll enjoy ongoing career advancement opportunities, with a path to broaden your expertise across other finance and accounting roles—making this an ideal stage to achieve your long-term goals and grow within an industry leader. In this onsite role, you’ll partner with dynamic operations teams and senior leadership, pioneering smart solutions for process improvement and cost optimization. If you crave visibility and the opportunity to drive change, this could be your next bold move.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Achieve:</strong></p><ul><li>Be the go-to expert, analyzing standard and actual manufacturing costs—your work makes the numbers tell the real story.</li><li>Manage BOMs and routings, ensuring systems reflect operational realities.</li><li>Deliver variance reports that cut to the chase—material, labor, and overhead. Your clarity fuels leadership decisions.</li><li>Own inventory valuations and reconciliations; you keep records air-tight and business moving at speed.</li><li>Drive critical month-end close activities, reconciling accounts and producing cost reports that highlight what matters.</li><li>Partner with Operations teams for hands-on impact: spot cost drivers and unearth efficiency wins others miss.</li><li>Master ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, NetSuite), ensuring accuracy at every touchpoint.</li><li>Leverage advanced Excel skills to uncover trends, build compelling dashboards, and bring data to life.</li><li>Identify fresh opportunities for cost savings—your ideas will get noticed, tested, and implemented.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to move your career forward?</strong></p><p>If you want to elevate your career, challenge yourself, and see your expertise drive real operational change, this is your stage.</p><p><strong>Apply now or reach out to our recruiting team for a confidential conversation about how your skills can energize this role. </strong></p>
  • 2026-03-17T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a dynamic company. As the Accounting Assistant you will perform bookkeeping and accounting tasks to support the accounting and finance departments. Responsibilities of the Accounting Assistant include collecting payments, invoicing customers, drafting financial documents, and reconciling bank records. If you have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, this is the Accounting Assistant opportunity for you!</p><p> </p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>- Work with incoming and outgoing funds to reconcile financial books</p><p>- Analyze financial budgets and track expenses</p><p>- Engage with clients as necessary via email and phone</p><p>- Support administrative duties as necessary</p><p>- Organize the bookkeeping processes of the company</p><p>- Assist Accounting team in the creation and editing of financial documents</p><p>- Own daily accounting duties such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll, payroll tax filings, booking journal entries, reconciling credit card and bank account</p>
  • 2026-03-13T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 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
Payroll Tax Accountant
  • Dalton, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Tax Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Dalton, Georgia. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in payroll operations and tax compliance, particularly in multi-state payroll environments. The successful candidate will bring a strong foundational knowledge in federal Payroll tax and state guidelines, analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in payroll processing and compliance with regulatory standards. *Must be able to work onsite in Dalton, Georgia*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage payroll tax reporting and compliance, including setting up and auditing local tax jurisdictions.</p><p>• Establish and maintain online accounts with tax agencies to ensure streamlined operations.</p><p>• Review and analyze payroll data, identifying discrepancies and making necessary corrections.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to resolve payroll-related issues and inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize payroll software to manage payroll processes and reporting, if applicable.</p><p>• Audit payroll records regularly to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.</p><p>• Provide expertise in domestic payroll operations, including adherence to state and local tax rates.</p><p>• Generate detailed reports and summaries for management review.</p><p>• Apply foundational knowledge of payroll regulations to maintain compliance and accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Tax Accountant – Make Your Mark with a Leading Commercial Property Group!</strong></p><p>Are you a tax professional who’s ready for more than just spreadsheets and deadlines? Our client, a recognized innovator in commercial real estate, is seeking a seasoned <strong>Senior Tax Accountant</strong> to join their collaborative and supportive team. If you’re motivated by complex challenges and want the freedom to balance your career with what matters most in your life, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>True Work-Life Balance:</strong> The company supports flexible schedules and generous paid time off because your well-being and personal life shouldn&#39;t take a backseat to your success.</li><li><strong>Growth &amp; Recognition:</strong> Be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise is valued—and where you’ll be recognized for your ideas, proactive solutions, and team spirit.</li><li><strong>Stability Meets Innovation:</strong> Join a leader in commercial property management that’s committed to best practices, yet quick to embrace new technologies and fresh thinking.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Own the Process:</strong> Prepare federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns for diverse legal entities, ensuring every line stands up to scrutiny.</li><li><strong>Be the Expert:</strong> Dive deep into accounts, records, and complex regulations to calculate and optimize taxes owed—partnership focus a must!</li><li><strong>Drive Compliance:</strong> Oversee periodic payments, information reporting, and regulatory filings—no details missed, no boxes left unchecked.</li><li><strong>Advise and Investigate:</strong> Provide practical tax guidance to leadership, respond to tax notices, and research evolving federal and state requirements.</li><li><strong>Problem-Solve and Collaborate:</strong> Tackle book-to-tax adjustments, support fixed asset management, and help with special projects or filings as they arise.</li><li><strong>Champion Best Practices:</strong> Maintain air-tight workpapers, files, and processes—adding value every day.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What You Bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s in Accounting, Taxation, or related field required; Master’s, CPA, or EA is highly valued.</li><li>3+ years of tax experience focused on partnerships/multi-entity public companies; corporate or public accounting experience is a plus.</li><li>Strong computer and tax software skills (Excel, Word, CCH Access, and Yardi Voyager or similar).</li><li>Stellar communication, deadline management, and a proven ability to collaborate under pressure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ready to elevate your career while enjoying the flexibility and support you deserve?</strong> Apply today to discover how you can lead, innovate, and grow—<strong>without sacrificing your personal well-being.</strong></p><p> </p>
  • 2026-03-17T00:00:00Z