<p>Are you looking to grow your skill set and enhance your work-life balance? Do you like challenges and change? Are you interested in quarterly bonuses? If so the Staff Accountant seat on the Chattanooga Robert Half project accounting team could be the position for you! This is a permanent benefited position that allows you the opportunity to work in a variety of industries and settings including on site, hybrid, and remotely. Apply Today!</p><p> </p><p>While each project is a bit different, the key responsibilities for this role include:</p><p>- Conduct month end close, journal entries, without supervision</p><p>- Keep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation</p><p>- Take part in various department-wide initiatives</p><p>- Report on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner</p><p>- Take part the in implementation and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll</p><p>- Manage the design and creation of balance sheet analysis and communicate reports to management</p><p>- Play a role in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation</p><p>- Maintain monthly payment schedules</p><p>- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed</p>
<p>Robert Half currently has a long-term contract opportunity with excellent growth opportunity for a detailed oriented Senior Accountant who enjoys taking on new challenges and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Working as a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for account analysis and reconciliations, financial statement preparation and consolidation, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. This Senior Accountant opportunity is located in the Chattanooga area and will offer you great professional experience along with attractive compensation.</p><p> </p><p>Major responsibilities</p><p> </p><p>- Ready monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting</p><p>- Constantly improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process</p><p>- Implement monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Review financial results (benchmarks, trends, performance metrics)</p><p>- Arrange quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors</p><p>- Realize compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures and controls by working with business partners</p><p>- Participate in various initiatives spanning multiple departments</p><p>- Put together Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Other projects as required</p>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Opportunity: Senior Accountant for Scaling Organization</strong></p><p>Are you ready to take the next step in your accounting career and work alongside a world-class finance team that delivers innovative solutions? We're seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> who will report directly to the VP, US Controller for our client, a globally recognized leader in their space.</p><p>As a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>, you will assist in reinforcing the financial infrastructure of a company as they continue to scale the organization. This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to the success of an evolving organization.</p><p><strong>Job Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Chattanooga</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Execute special projects to support executive-level decision-making, including detailed analysis and ERP-related assignments.</li><li>Draft recurring internal financial reporting packages.</li><li>Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes and policies for enhanced efficiency and communication across stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate cross-departmentally to support ongoing financial health, including contributing to annual budgeting, developing forecasts, and preparing monthly budget variance analyses.</li><li>Create comprehensive process documentation and assist in developing robust internal control frameworks to support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.</li><li>Support annual audits, including external reporting requirements for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.</li><li>Assist with accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial period closes as necessary.</li><li>Perform other duties as required to support the Finance Team and organizational goals.</li></ul><p>The Senior Accountant opportunity will serve as the right hand to the Controller and will have broad exposure to accounting department. This role offers impact, professional development and growth, in a rapidly scaling organization. Additionally, it offers work/life balance, excellent compensation and benefits, and runway for professional growth. If you're interested in learning more about the Senior Accountant role, please apply today!</p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a manufacturing company in their search for an experienced <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to lead financial operations for a high-volume manufacturing facility in Chattanooga. This role partners closely with plant leadership and corporate finance to drive performance, ensure accurate reporting, and strengthen operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented finance leader with deep <strong>cost accounting</strong>, <strong>inventory management</strong>, and <strong>manufacturing operations</strong> experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all plant-level financial activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, variance analysis, and internal controls.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely P& L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting at the plant level.</li><li>Drive financial forecasting, annual budget development, and long-range planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Inventory</strong></p><ul><li>Own standard costing processes, including annual cost roll, BOM review, and labor/overhead rate analysis.</li><li>Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances (PPV, scrap, labor efficiency, absorption, overhead).</li><li>Partner with operations to improve cost visibility and support cost-reduction initiatives.</li><li>Manage all aspects of inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventories, material valuation, and reserve analysis.</li><li>Strengthen inventory accuracy through robust processes, audits, and cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Support</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary financial partner to the Plant Manager and operations leadership.</li><li>Provide actionable insights related to production efficiency, capacity utilization, and KPI performance.</li><li>Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean/Six Sigma, process redesign, and systems optimization.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, GAAP, and SOX/internal control requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop plant-level accounting staff (if applicable).</li><li>Serve as a liaison between plant operations and corporate finance.</li><li>Represent the plant in quarterly business reviews and strategic planning discussions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for an immediate data entry-heavy role. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately entering and maintaining data while adhering to established processes. This position requires proficiency in QuickBooks and a STRONG commitment to producing uniform and high-quality results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Input and update data accurately in QuickBooks Desktop while ensuring consistency and precision.</p><p>• Previous experience working withing general ledger and customer accounts needed, to identify and troubleshoot data errors.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous records and review data to ensure its accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Follow established processes to ensure uniformity in data entry tasks.</p><p>• Assist with organizing and managing digital and physical documentation as needed.</p><p>• Perform numerical and text-based data entry efficiently and without errors.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and project goals.</p><p>• Identify and correct discrepancies in data entries.</p><p>• Adhere to confidentiality policies when handling sensitive information.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested and available to start as quickly as THIS WEEK, please call (423) 237-7921 between 9:30 am and 4:30 pm M-F for immediate consideration!</p>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Senior FP& A Analyst to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategies of our manufacturing operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with executive leadership, providing critical insights and data-driven recommendations to drive organizational success. If you excel in financial modeling, thrive in dynamic environments, and are passionate about making a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to support strategic planning, valuation analysis, and capital market decisions.</p><p>• Lead the budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial planning to ensure organizational goals are met.</p><p>• Partner with leadership to deliver actionable insights through detailed scenario modeling and high-impact financial analyses.</p><p>• Track financial performance against plans, preparing variance analyses and presenting recommendations to guide strategic adjustments.</p><p>• Create and refine executive dashboards and management reports to enhance decision-making across key stakeholders.</p><p>• Build pricing strategies and investment decision models to support critical organizational initiatives.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within financial reporting and modeling functions.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of operational data into financial forecasts.</p><p>• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide detailed reporting on business-critical metrics.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our client's team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial records, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring accurate compliance with accounting standards. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and record vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.</p><p>• Manage weekly check runs and maintain effective communication with vendors and subcontractors to address payment inquiries.</p><p>• Assist in the accurate processing of accounts payable and receivable transactions.</p><p>• Support biweekly payroll processing and oversee retirement contribution entries in the designated online portal.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank, credit card, and loan accounts to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Contribute to job costing analysis, profitability reporting, and the preparation of financial spreadsheets.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of annual tax documentation, including subcontractor 1099 forms.</p><p>• Maintain strict confidentiality of all financial data and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with external accounting professionals to support audits and other financial reviews.</p><p><br></p><p>The Bookkeeper role offers excellent work/life balance in a small, family owned environment, with flexibility and a benefits package. This is a great opportunity to join a growing organization and have impact while increasing your accounting exposure. This role is on site.</p>
<p>Robert Half is currently seeking Accounts Payable Specialists for local area organizations in need! This is a great opportunity to grow your skill set and make a difference for teams in need. 2-3 years of experience is required and prior experience with ERP systems also needed. These positions require onsite/in office availability in and around the Chattanooga area. If you have been waiting for that new position to advance your career, this is it! Apply today!</p><p> </p><p>Daily Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Maintain precise records of all vendor payments</li><li>Monitor tax liabilities and ensure tax liabilities are paid on time</li><li>Responsible for paying and keeping record of all invoices</li><li>Keep track of all company credit card spending, and make payments on credit accounts</li><li>Analyze all accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure payment accuracy</li><li>Work collaboratively with various departments to perform accounting audits</li><li>Prepare and mail all required tax documents</li></ul>
<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of our manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This role is essential in ensuring accurate product costing, inventory management, and the integrity of financial reporting. Acting as a strategic partner to the Site Manager, the Controller will also drive budgeting processes, performance analysis, and operational improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee product costing processes, including cost analysis and variance reporting, to ensure accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Implement and maintain effective inventory control measures, ensuring proper valuation, reconciliations, and compliance with audit standards.</p><p>• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support manufacturing operations and cost projections.</p><p>• Prepare and present financial statements in alignment with company policies and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with site leadership to develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to guide operational and financial decision-making.</p><p>• Provide strategic financial guidance and insights to the Site Manager to support business growth and efficiency.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting accuracy, productivity, and control.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations and supply chain, to align financial strategies with business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>The Controller role is a tremendous opportunity to join a scaling division of the organization. This role will offer relatively good work/life balance, impact, a business partner capacity, and future professional growth. If you're interested in joining a growing concern at a great time in their history, please apply today to start the conversation.</p>
