<p><strong>COST AND PURCHASING ACCOUNTANT – INTERNATIONAL MANUFACTURER</strong></p><p><br></p><p>An established leader in the manufacturing sector is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Cost and Purchasing Accountant </strong>to join their team on-site in Pendergrass, Georgia. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative department that drives business strategy, financial analysis, and procurement operations for a high-growth organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support annual, mid-, and long-term strategic planning and business goal setting</li><li>Perform variance analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and cost accounting</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement projects and lead related initiatives</li><li>Maintain manufacturing standard cost and corporate cost accounting policies</li><li>Assist with monthly close, cash management, and inventory reconciliation</li><li>Oversee AR/AP processing and financial reporting in collaboration with multiple departments</li><li>Develop and manage purchasing systems, vendor relationships, and competitive pricing strategies</li><li>Generate and review reports for management analysis, cost reviews, and business planning</li><li>Ensure adherence to best practices in accounting and purchasing functions</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>ASSISTANT CONTROLLER OR ACCOUNTING MANAGER - Growth Oriented Manufacturing Company in Gainesville</strong></p><p>A growing manufacturing organization in the Gainesville area is seeking an <strong>Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee its accounting operations and support ongoing expansion. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines financial oversight, team management, and process improvement for a multi-site operation. The Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing daily accounting functions, driving month-end close, and delivering accurate, timely financial reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, collaborate across departments, and mentor a dedicated accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory accounting.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation.</li><li>Partner with operations and manufacturing teams on costing and inventory valuation.</li><li>Lead, train, and develop accounting team members in a collaborative environment.</li><li>Utilize NetSuite ERP (or similar system) to manage accounting activities and reporting.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting accuracy.</li><li>Support audits, tax preparation, and GAAP compliance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Staff Accountant – Growth-Focused Environmental Services Firm</strong></p><p>A dynamic and expanding environmental solutions provider is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their dedicated accounting team. This organization is committed to sustainability, operational excellence, and innovation in waste management and recycling services. If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven company and enjoy improving processes, we want to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in the month-end close to ensure timely, accurate financial results</li><li>Reconcile and review general ledger accounts</li><li>Post closing journal entries and prepare internal financial reports</li><li>Perform regular monthly and quarterly account reconciliations</li><li>Support weekly accounts payable activities</li><li>Assist with integrating accounting processes during new client or acquisition onboarding</li><li>Analyze cost variances and support various ad hoc financial projects</li><li>Contribute to overall process improvement and team success</li></ul>
