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3 results for Entry Level Financial Analyst in Knoxville, TN

Sr. Accountant

Knoxville, TN
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Permanent / Full Time
65000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for one of out client's in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role will play a central part in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring the integrity of balance sheet and profit and loss reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent spreadsheet skills, and a disciplined approach to reconciliations and financial analysis. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing accounting entries, supporting schedules, and related financial reporting deliverables.• Maintain the general ledger by recording transactions accurately and ensuring accounts are properly classified and supported.• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Oversee fixed asset and capital expenditure accounting, including tracking additions, retirements, depreciation, and account accuracy.• Analyze profit and loss activity and balance sheet trends to identify unusual movements and support management reporting.• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation while ensuring compliance with internal accounting standards.• Use Workday and Excel to organize financial data, improve reporting efficiency, and support ongoing accounting operations. The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-07-30T11:48:45Z

Plant Controller

Knoxville, TN
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Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing client in Knoxville, Tennessee. This position will partner closely with plant leadership to strengthen cost visibility, support sound operational decisions, and maintain accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in plant accounting, inventory controls, and budgeting within a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities:• Direct plant-level accounting activities, including monthly close, journal entry preparation, and review of financial results for accuracy and completeness.• Analyze manufacturing costs, standard cost performance, and cost of goods sold to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.• Partner with operations leadership to develop budgets, update forecasts, and provide financial insights that support production and profitability goals.• Maintain and validate bills of materials and costing structures to ensure reliable product costing and inventory valuation.• Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counts and annual physical inventory, while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities by ensuring transactions are properly recorded and aligned with plant financial controls.• Prepare and communicate regular financial reports and variance analyses to plant and corporate stakeholders.• Strengthen internal controls and promote disciplined accounting practices across manufacturing finance processes. The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-07-30T11:48:45Z

Payroll & Accounts Payable Manager

Oak Ridge, TN
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Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll & Accounts Payable Manager to oversee payroll operations and payable processes for a large, multi-state workforce in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can strengthen accuracy, improve workflow efficiency, and support compliance within a federal government environment. The position requires someone who is comfortable working across systems, analyzing financial activity, and helping establish effective procedures that support day-to-day operations. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for more than 500 employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate pay administration.• Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment coordination in alignment with internal controls.• Use Deltek Costpoint and Concur to support payroll, expense, and payable functions while maintaining reliable financial records.• Reconcile payroll and accounts payable transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with a high degree of accuracy.• Develop and refine policies, procedures, and automated workflows to improve consistency, efficiency, and compliance.• Partner with internal teams to support system integration efforts and help optimize financial and payroll processes.• Prepare KPI and operational reports that provide visibility into payroll performance, payable trends, and process effectiveness.• Ensure payroll and accounts payable activities meet company standards and applicable requirements within a federal government setting. The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance along with 3+ years of experience in the government sector. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-07-15T15:08:45Z